SCS-Big Caney Creek Site-11 is a state-owned earth dam located in Osage, Oklahoma, near Cedar Vale KS.
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Constructed in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a vital flood risk reduction structure along Ack Creek. Standing at 52 feet high with a maximum storage capacity of 607 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Big Caney Creek Site-11 has a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. Despite its age, the dam has a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating of 1, signifying its importance in mitigating flood risks in the region. While its condition is not currently rated, regular inspections are conducted to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood control.
Climate and water resource enthusiasts will appreciate the significance of SCS-Big Caney Creek Site-11 in maintaining the safety and security of the local community. With its strategic location and design, this dam stands as a testament to the collaboration between state agencies and federal entities in safeguarding against the impacts of extreme weather events and ensuring the sustainable management of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1045 |
Dam Height |
52 |
River Or Stream |
ACKER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
45 |
Nid Storage |
607 |
Structural Height |
52 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
52 |
Caney R Nr Elgin
|
41cfs |
Arkansas R At Arkansas City
|
1120cfs |
Walnut R At Winfield
|
877cfs |
Elk R At Elk Falls
|
39cfs |
Arkansas River At Ralston
|
1820cfs |
Caney River Above Coon Creek At Bartlesville
|
60cfs |