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SCS-Sugar Creek Site-014, located in Lookeba, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
Completed in 1963, this dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a hydraulic height of 27 feet, with a total length of 585 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 372 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 121 acre-feet, serving as a crucial asset for managing water resources in the area.
This site, situated along the TR-Sugar Creek, is inspected every five years and is classified as having a low hazard potential. Despite being rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, the risk assessment for SCS-Sugar Creek Site-014 is very high (1), highlighting the importance of continued monitoring and maintenance. With a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, this dam plays a vital role in mitigating the impact of potential flooding events in the region.
As a key component of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in Caddo County, Oklahoma, SCS-Sugar Creek Site-014 demonstrates the collaborative efforts between state and federal agencies in ensuring the safety and resilience of water resources in the area. With its strategic location and design features, this earth dam serves as a testament to the proactive measures taken to protect communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change.
Canadian River At Bridgeport
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103cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
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1cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
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2cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
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10cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Fort Cobb
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2cfs |
North Canadian River Near Calumet
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19cfs |
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
585 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SUGAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
372 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Avery Landing
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Fort Cobb - Area 4
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Catfish Cove Campground
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Fort Cobb - Area 3
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Goose Feather Campground
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Cove Rd Campground
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