SCS-Sugar Creek Site-020, located in Lookeba, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on the TR-Sugar Creek.
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Completed in 1962, this structure stands at a height of 40 feet and has a hydraulic height of 35 feet, with a length of 1200 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 1925 acre-feet. With a hazard potential rated as high and a risk assessment indicating a very high risk level, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Sugar Creek Site-020 has one valve outlet gate and a controlled spillway with a width of 2 feet. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam is inspected annually and has not been modified since its construction. The dam's high hazard potential underscores the importance of proper risk management measures and emergency action plans to ensure the safety of downstream communities in the event of a breach or overflow.
Overall, SCS-Sugar Creek Site-020 serves as a vital flood control structure in Caddo County, Oklahoma, and highlights the collaborative efforts between state and federal agencies in managing water resources and mitigating climate-related risks. As climate change continues to impact the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like SCS-Sugar Creek Site-020 will be essential in safeguarding communities and infrastructure from the potentially devastating effects of flooding.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SUGAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
47 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
1925 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
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