Located in Cloud Chief, Oklahoma, the SCS-Boggy Creek Site-12b is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along the TR-SOUTH BOGGY CREEK.
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Completed in 1965, this earth dam boasts a height of 35 feet and a length of 1070 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 160 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, this dam is equipped with one valve outlet gate for efficient water management.
Despite its age, the SCS-Boggy Creek Site-12b remains in good condition, with a risk assessment rating of "Very High (1)". While the last inspection date was in 1980, the dam undergoes regular inspections every 5 years to ensure its continued safety and functionality. With the support of the Natural Resources Conservation Service and state regulatory agencies like OWRB, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding Washita County community from potential flood events, showcasing the importance of effective water resource management in a changing climate landscape.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1070 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH BOGGY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
160 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
Washita River Near Foss
|
6cfs |
Washita River Near Clinton
|
32cfs |
Washita River Near Hammon
|
7cfs |
North Fork Red River Near Carter
|
21cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |