Scott Creek Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Scott Creek Dam, located in Oneida, Wisconsin, is a Federal-owned structure managed by the USDA Forest Service.


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Summary

Built in 1973, this Earth-type dam serves as a fish and wildlife pond along Scott Creek, offering a storage capacity of 2,103 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 70 acres. With a height of 10 feet and a length of 450 feet, the dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and supporting local ecosystems.

Despite its low hazard potential, Scott Creek Dam has a moderate risk rating due to its uncontrolled spillway type and a maximum discharge capacity of 1,232 cubic feet per second. The dam is regularly inspected by the Forest Service, with the last assessment conducted in July 2019. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, efforts are being made to ensure its safety and functionality in the face of potential climate-related challenges.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Scott Creek Dam represents a significant infrastructure project that balances the needs of wildlife conservation with the management of water resources in the region. As climate change continues to impact the area, ongoing risk assessments and management measures will be crucial in maintaining the integrity and effectiveness of this important dam for the future.

Year Completed

1973

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

SCOTT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

70

Hydraulic Height

7

Drainage Area

6

Nid Storage

2103

Structural Height

11

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

11
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.