The SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-064, also known as Barnitz Creek, is a state-regulated earth dam located in Custer County, Oklahoma.
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Constructed in 1957 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Barnitz Creek. With a height of 28 feet and a hydraulic height of 23 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 157 acre-feet and a normal storage of 124 acre-feet.
Despite its low hazard potential, the SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-064 is classified as having a very high risk due to its location and structural characteristics. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. While its condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," the dam has not been inspected since 1980. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts may find this site intriguing for its historical significance and potential risk factors, making it a valuable case study for understanding the complexities of dam management and safety in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
930 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BARNITZ CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
157 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Washita River Near Clinton
|
30cfs |
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|
7cfs |
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|
14cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
17cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Washita River Near Cheyenne
|
10cfs |