The SCS-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-43 in Oklahoma is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1969, this dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a storage capacity of 789 acre-feet. Located in Pontotoc County, this structure plays a crucial role in managing the flow of TR-Clear Boggy Creek, with a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated very high, indicating the need for careful monitoring and maintenance. With a history of not being inspected since 1980, there is a heightened awareness of the importance of ensuring the dam's integrity and safety. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is imperative to recognize the significance of structures like SCS-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-43 in protecting communities from potential flooding events and to advocate for regular inspections and risk management measures to ensure their effectiveness in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CLEAR BOGGY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
789 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
40cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
9cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
13cfs |
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
7cfs |
Canadian River At Calvin
|
354cfs |
Clear Boggy Creek Near Caney
|
423cfs |