SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-20, located in Garfield, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1973, this dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a storage capacity of 326 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is controlled with a width of 1 foot, and it is equipped with one valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being assessed as having a low hazard potential, SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-20 is considered to have a very high risk due to its condition assessment being labeled as "Not Rated". The last inspection date was in 1980 with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the dam meets state regulatory requirements for permitting, inspection, and enforcement, there are no emergency action plans in place, raising concerns about the readiness to respond to potential hazards. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site presents an opportunity to study the intricate balance between flood risk reduction measures and the need for comprehensive risk management strategies in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
3800 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
326 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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