SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-081 is a state-regulated dam located in Davis, Oklahoma, designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 29 feet and spans a length of 880 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 147 acre-feet. The dam's spillway, controlled in nature, has a width of 1 foot, allowing for a maximum discharge of 778 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-081 indicates a very high risk level. However, the dam's condition has not been rated, with the last inspection date recorded in 1980. Emergency action plans and inundation maps are not prepared, suggesting a need for updated risk management measures and guidelines to ensure the safety and stability of the dam. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site presents an opportunity to explore the intersection of infrastructure design, regulatory oversight, and risk assessment in the context of water resource management.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
880 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALT CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Nid Storage |
147 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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324cfs |
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8cfs |
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|
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