SCS-Turkey Creek Site-09, also known as Turkey Creek 9, is a state-owned earth dam located in Foss, Oklahoma.
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This dam, designed by URS, was completed in 1960 and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the tributary to Sand Creek. With a height of 48 feet and a hydraulic height of 44 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 950 acre-feet and a surface area of 49 acres.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, SCS-Turkey Creek Site-09 has a controlled spillway with a width of 2 feet and a valve outlet gate. The dam has been inspected for its fair condition, high hazard potential, and very high risk assessment rating. While the last inspection was conducted in September 2011, the dam is regulated and permitted by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, with state jurisdiction and enforcement in place.
Located in Washita County, Oklahoma, SCS-Turkey Creek Site-09 provides vital flood protection for the surrounding area and is monitored for any necessary maintenance or risk management measures. The dam's strategic position and design make it a crucial asset in safeguarding against potential flooding events, highlighting the importance of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1820 |
Dam Height |
48 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
49 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Nid Storage |
950 |
Structural Height |
48 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
48 |