SCS-Sugar Creek Site-005 in Gracemont, Oklahoma is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of water supply.
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Completed in 1963, the dam stands at a height of 39 feet and has a hydraulic height of 35 feet, with a storage capacity of 163 acre-feet. The dam, located on TR-Sugar Creek, has a controlled spillway and one outlet valve.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam at SCS-Sugar Creek Site-005 is subject to regular inspections every five years. The risk assessment for the dam indicates a very high risk level, with no specific risk management measures identified. The dam is not owned or funded by any federal agency, with the primary agency responsible for its operation being the state of Oklahoma.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find SCS-Sugar Creek Site-005 an intriguing site for its design by the USDA NRCS, its importance for water supply in the area, and its risk assessment indicating a high level of vulnerability. The dam's location on TR-Sugar Creek in Caddo County, Oklahoma, adds to its significance as a vital infrastructure for water management in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
39 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SUGAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
163 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
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