SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-03 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Sequoyah County, Oklahoma, along the TR-Sallisaw Creek.
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Managed by the USDA NRCS, this dam was completed in 1963 for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. Standing at a height of 33 feet and a length of 1425 feet, it has a normal storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 907 acre-feet.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a condition assessment deemed fair, SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-03 poses a significant risk in the event of a breach or failure. The dam features a controlled spillway, one valve outlet gate, and is inspected annually to ensure its structural integrity. Although no modification years are specified, the risk assessment categorizes the site as very high (1), emphasizing the importance of ongoing risk management measures to protect downstream communities and infrastructure from potential flooding events.
Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-03 a compelling case study in dam infrastructure and flood control. Situated in a region prone to high-risk events, the dam's design, construction, and maintenance reflect the ongoing efforts to balance water management needs with public safety considerations. As discussions around climate change and extreme weather intensify, the site serves as a critical reminder of the interconnectedness between water resources, infrastructure resilience, and community preparedness in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
1425 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SALLISAW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
907 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Illinois River Near Gore
|
132cfs |
Little Lee Creek Near Short
|
34cfs |
Caney Creek Near Barber
|
20cfs |
Lee Creek At Short
|
28cfs |
Lee Creek Near Short
|
97cfs |
Canadian River Near Whitefield
|
2160cfs |