The SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-048, located in Roger Mills, 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 1961, this dam stands at a height of 35 feet with a hydraulic height of 32 feet and a length of 820 feet. It has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and a controlled spillway type with a width of 1 foot.
Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for this dam site is rated as very high (1), indicating a need for close monitoring and potential risk management measures. The last inspection date was in 1980, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam is equipped with a valve outlet gate and is located on TR-Rush Creek, managed by the Tulsa District.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-048 serves as a fascinating case study in dam infrastructure and flood risk management. With its historical significance and ongoing regulatory oversight, this site exemplifies the complex interplay between human intervention, natural forces, and the need for sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
820 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RUSH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Skipout
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Skipout Campground
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Spring Creek Campground
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Spring Creek Dispersed Sites
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