SCS-Nine Mile Creek Site-06, located in Roger Mills, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by USDA NRCS in 1957 for flood risk reduction along the TR-Nine Mile Creek.
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This earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet with a hydraulic height of 31 feet, and a structural height of 36 feet, spanning a length of 730 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 204 acre-feet, with a normal storage capacity of 65 acre-feet, and a maximum discharge of 3720 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Nine Mile Creek Site-06 indicates a very high risk level (1). The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. The last inspection of the site was conducted on January 1, 1980, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The overall condition of the dam is currently listed as "Not Rated," and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of dams for flood risk reduction in Oklahoma may find SCS-Nine Mile Creek Site-06 to be a compelling case study. With its unique design features and risk assessment profile, this dam serves as a noteworthy example of infrastructure aimed at protecting communities and the environment from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
730 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NINEMILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
204 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |