SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-01, located in Roger Mills County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on Hay Creek.
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Completed in 1962, this structure stands at a height of 37 feet with a hydraulic height of 33 feet, serving its primary purpose effectively. With a maximum storage capacity of 1124 acre-feet and a normal storage of 244 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 48 acres and has a spillway width of 2 feet.
Despite its age, this dam has a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, indicating the need for regular inspections and maintenance. The last inspection was conducted in 1980, with a scheduled inspection frequency of every 5 years. The dam is equipped with a valve outlet gate and a controlled spillway to manage water discharge effectively. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain unclear.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-01 plays a crucial role in flood control and water resource management in the region. With its strategic location and design features, this dam continues to provide essential protection to the surrounding community and environment. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find this site intriguing for its historical significance and engineering excellence in mitigating flood risks along Hay Creek.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
3925 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
HAY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
48 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
1124 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |