Located in Seminole, Oklahoma, the SCS-Big Wewoka Creek Site-02 is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1957 for flood risk reduction along the TR-WEWOKA CREEK.
Wind
Humidity
With a height of 24 feet and a length of 800 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 327 acre-feet and a normal storage of 83 acre-feet. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water management.
Despite its low hazard potential, the SCS-Big Wewoka Creek Site-02 poses a risk assessment of "Very High (1)", indicating the need for proper risk management measures. The dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, with the last inspection conducted in 1980. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the OWRB and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its continued safety and functionality in mitigating flood risks in the area. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site serves as a significant example of infrastructure designed to protect against the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEWOKA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
327 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |