SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-044, located in Roger Mills County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for Flood Risk Reduction along the TR Washita River.
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Completed in 1961, this dam stands at a height of 36 feet and has a hydraulic height of 32 feet, with a storage capacity of 668 acre-feet and a surface area of 24 acres. With a controlled spillway and one outlet valve, the dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for condition assessment as of yet.
Despite its age, SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-044 has not been modified since its completion and still serves its primary purpose effectively. The dam, managed by the OWRB, is inspected every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in 1980. While the risk assessment for this structure is very high (1), there are currently no risk management measures in place. With its critical role in flood risk reduction along the TR Washita River, this dam is a key component of water resource management in the region and highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring aging infrastructure for climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
2052 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
668 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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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Skipout
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Skipout Campground
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