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SCS-Criner Creek Site-011, located in McClain County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
Completed in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 1380 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 537 acre-feet. It is situated on Wolf Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Criner Creek Site-011 indicates a very high risk level due to its location and structural characteristics. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. Although its condition assessment is not rated and the last inspection dates back to 1980, the dam is subject to regular inspections every 5 years to ensure its safety and functionality in mitigating flood risks in the region.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Criner Creek Site-011 presents an intriguing case study of a vital infrastructure designed to protect against flooding in Oklahoma. With its unique design and risk profile, this dam serves as a key component in the region's water management system, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
North Criner Creek Near Criner
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0cfs |
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176cfs |
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113cfs |
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208cfs |
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1380 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
537 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
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