SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-04 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Beckham, Oklahoma, designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1949, this dam stands at a height of 28 feet and has a length of 1000 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 224 acre-feet. Situated on Whiteshield Creek, a tributary of the river, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Owned by the State of Oklahoma and regulated by the OWRB, this dam has a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate for water release. Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for this dam indicates a very high risk level of 1 on a scale of 1 to 5. With a history of limited inspections and a condition assessment that is not rated, there is a need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and stability of this critical infrastructure. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find the data on SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-04 to be a valuable insight into the management of water resources in Oklahoma and the importance of maintaining dam infrastructure for flood risk reduction.
Year Completed |
1949 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WHITESHIELD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
224 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |