SCS-Big Wewoka Creek Site-03 in Seminole, 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 1961, this 24-foot tall dam boasts a length of 1600 feet and a storage capacity of 1016 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-WEWOKA CREEK, this structure plays a vital role in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding.
Owned by the state and regulated by the OWRB, SCS-Big Wewoka Creek Site-03 is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single outlet valve. Despite its low hazard potential and very high risk assessment rating, the dam's condition remains unrated as of the last inspection in 1980. With a drainage area yet to be specified, the dam stands as a critical infrastructure for flood control in the region, showcasing the importance of water resource management in mitigating climate-related risks.
Although lacking recent updates on emergency action plans and risk management measures, SCS-Big Wewoka Creek Site-03 remains a significant asset for flood control in Oklahoma. With its strategic location and design features, this earth dam serves as a key component in the state's efforts to safeguard its communities and natural resources from the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1600 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEWOKA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
56 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
1016 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |