SCS-Soldier Creek Site-009, located in Stafford, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Washita River.
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Completed in 1962, this dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a storage capacity of 146 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and one outlet valve, the dam has a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Soldier Creek Site-009 has not been inspected since 1980, but is scheduled for inspections every five years. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its risk management measures and emergency action plan are both lacking information. Despite these gaps, the dam remains crucial for flood control in the region and serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Custer County, Oklahoma.
With the potential to mitigate flooding and protect surrounding communities, SCS-Soldier Creek Site-009 plays a crucial role in safeguarding the area from water-related disasters. Climate enthusiasts and water resource professionals can appreciate the dam's design features, operational details, and risk assessment data, highlighting the importance of infrastructure like SCS-Soldier Creek Site-009 in addressing climate change impacts on water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
890 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
146 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |