The SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L09 is a state-regulated dam located in Custer County, Oklahoma, near the town of Parkerburg.
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Built in 1969 by the USDA NRCS, the primary purpose of this Earth-type dam is flood risk reduction along the TR Washita River. Standing at a height of 41 feet with a hydraulic height of 38 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 277 acre-feet and a surface area of 17 acres.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for the SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L09 indicates a very high risk level. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for maintenance and water release. Though last inspected in 1980, the dam is under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections, permitting, and enforcement by the OWRB. The dam's condition is currently not rated, and there is no Emergency Action Plan in place.
Given its critical role in flood risk reduction in the region, the SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L09 serves as an important infrastructure asset within the Tulsa District of Oklahoma. With its historical significance and ongoing monitoring, the dam remains a key component in managing water resources and climate challenges in the area.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1700 |
Dam Height |
41 |
River Or Stream |
TR WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
38 |
Nid Storage |
277 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
41 |