Located in Coal County, Oklahoma, the SCS-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-20 is a state-regulated dam designed by USDA NRCS in 1966 for flood risk reduction along the TR-Coal Creek.
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With a dam height of 25 feet and a length of 1050 feet, the earth dam structure is owned by the state and under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 35 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1070 cubic feet per second, serving as a crucial water resource management infrastructure in the region.
The dam's hazard potential is classified as low, but it is recognized as having a very high risk rating based on the risk assessment. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam has not undergone any modifications since its completion. The emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures for the dam are not specified in the available data. Despite the lack of recent inspection records, the dam's design and purpose for flood risk reduction highlight its significance in managing water resources and mitigating potential hazards in the area, making it a key asset for climate and water resource enthusiasts to monitor and study.
With a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate, the SCS-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-20 dam represents a vital piece of infrastructure in the water resource management system of Oklahoma. Its proximity to the city of Olney and the Fort Worth District underscores its importance in safeguarding against flooding events in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources and increase the frequency of extreme weather events, understanding and monitoring the condition of dams like SCS-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-20 become crucial for ensuring the safety and resilience of communities and ecosystems in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1050 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COAL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
428 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
54cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
7cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
12cfs |
Clear Boggy Creek Near Caney
|
423cfs |
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
8cfs |
Canadian River At Calvin
|
361cfs |