SCS-Boggy Creek Site-05, located in Cloud Chief, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along TR-Boggy Creek.
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Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1965, this dam stands at a height of 29 feet with a hydraulic height of 26 feet and a length of 1030 feet. It has a storage capacity of 323 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 104 acre-feet, making it a crucial structure for managing water resources in the Washita County area.
Despite being classified with a low hazard potential, the dam at SCS-Boggy Creek Site-05 poses a very high risk due to its structural condition not being rated. The last inspection was conducted in 1980, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam features a controlled spillway and one outlet valve, serving as vital components in flood risk management. With a maximum discharge capacity of 1398 cubic feet per second, it plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flooding events in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, SCS-Boggy Creek Site-05 offers a fascinating look into the intersection of infrastructure, environmental management, and risk assessment in the context of water resource management.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1030 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BOGGY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
323 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
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32cfs |
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6cfs |
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16cfs |
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4cfs |
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|
2cfs |
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|
7cfs |