SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-62, also known as Perry Reservoir, is a state-owned dam located in Noble, Oklahoma.
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Managed by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves the primary purpose of water supply. Constructed in 1937, this earth dam stands at a height of 65 feet and has a storage capacity of 15,696 acre-feet, with a surface area of 1,040 acres and a drainage area of 16.1 square miles.
The dam on COW CREEK boasts a controlled spillway, one slide gate outlet, and a high hazard potential with a fair condition assessment. Despite being last inspected in 2011, with an inspection frequency of one year, the risk assessment indicates a very high risk level. With a maximum discharge capacity of 20,000 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-62 is a key water infrastructure in the area, serving as a vital resource for the city of Perry. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, this dam is essential for ensuring water supply reliability and mitigating flood risks in the region, making it a site of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1937 |
Dam Length |
2434 |
Dam Height |
65 |
River Or Stream |
COW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1040 |
Hydraulic Height |
65 |
Drainage Area |
16.1 |
Nid Storage |
15696 |
Structural Height |
65 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
65 |
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27cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
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477cfs |
Skeleton Creek At Enid
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7cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
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519cfs |
Cimarron River Near Ripley
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508cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
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10cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Perry Lake
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Lake McMurtry West
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Lake McMurtry East
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Catfish Cove
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Lake Carl Blackwell
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