SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-059, located in Roger Mills County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Constructed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and has a storage capacity of 298 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Croton Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
With a significant hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-059 is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. The dam's condition is assessed as fair, and it is inspected every three years to ensure its structural integrity and effectiveness in flood control. The dam's hydraulic height is 34 feet, and it has a maximum discharge capacity of 3,759 cubic feet per second.
Overall, SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-059 plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and protecting downstream areas from potential inundation. As a key infrastructure managed by the Oklahoma state government, this dam serves as a vital water resource management tool in safeguarding the local community and environment from the impacts of extreme weather events and flooding.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
758 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
CROTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
298 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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Skipout Campground
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Skipout
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Black Kettle Campground
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Spring Creek Campground
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Spring Creek Dispersed Sites
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