SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-30 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Garfield, Oklahoma, designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1964, this dam stands at a height of 42 feet and a length of 1650 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 1650 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a spillway width of 2 feet, and it features a valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated very high, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The last inspection took place in November 2005 with a scheduled frequency of every 5 years. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but it is reassuring to note that emergency action plans and inundation maps are in place to ensure preparedness in the event of a potential breach. With its crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area, SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-30 serves as a vital resource for water management and climate resilience efforts in Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1650 |
Dam Height |
42 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLACK BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
36 |
Hydraulic Height |
42 |
Nid Storage |
1650 |
Structural Height |
42 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
42 |
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
4cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
41cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
352cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
243cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
442cfs |
Cimarron River Near Dover
|
300cfs |