SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044

LOST CR· Caddo, Oklahoma· Built 1971· Earth· 64 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 64 ft (taller than 98% in OK)
Dam Length530 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage930 acre-ft
Normal Storage198 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area3 sq mi
Max Discharge1,100 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDOK11038

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 10, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

SOUTH CADDO CONS DIST

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044?

SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044?

SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 is owned by SOUTH CADDO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 built?

SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 was completed in 1971, making it 55 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044?

SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044?

SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 has a dam height of 64 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 last inspected?

SCS-Sugar Creek Site-044 was last inspected on August 10, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.