SCS-Boggy Creek Site-02, located in Cloud Chief, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1965 by the USDA NRCS.
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This flood risk reduction structure on TR-Boggy Creek stands at 29 feet tall and spans 800 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 180 acre-feet. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, with a hazard potential rated as low and a high risk assessment score of 1.
Despite being last inspected in 1980, SCS-Boggy Creek Site-02 continues to serve its primary purpose of flood risk reduction for the Washita County area. With a normal storage capacity of 100 acre-feet and a hydraulic height of 26 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating potential flooding events in the region. While its condition assessment is currently not rated, the structure's design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service ensures its reliability and effectiveness in managing water resources in the area.
As a key component of the Tulsa District's flood risk management strategy, SCS-Boggy Creek Site-02 remains a vital resource for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Oklahoma. Its strategic location on TR-Boggy Creek, combined with its low hazard potential and very high risk assessment score, highlights the importance of this earth dam in maintaining the safety and resilience of the surrounding community in the face of potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BOGGY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
180 |
Structural Height |
29 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
29 |
Washita River Near Clinton
|
32cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |
Washita River Near Foss
|
6cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Fort Cobb
|
4cfs |