SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-23, located in Bunch, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1964, this dam stands at a height of 45 feet and spans 670 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 640 acre-feet. It is situated on Lead Mine Hollow and is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, ensuring state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a condition assessment of fair, this dam presents a risk management challenge, as highlighted by its very high risk assessment rating. The controlled spillway and valve outlet gate contribute to its risk mitigation measures. Despite its age, SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-23 continues to serve its intended purpose of flood protection for the surrounding area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site offers a tangible example of the importance of maintaining and monitoring critical infrastructure to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure community safety in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
670 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
LEAD MINE HOLLOW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
45 |
Nid Storage |
640 |
Structural Height |
45 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
45 |
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|
20cfs |
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|
34cfs |
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|
28cfs |
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|
72cfs |
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|
470cfs |
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|
132cfs |