SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-73, located in Noble, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along TR-Mule Creek.
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Completed in 1968, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and has a storage capacity of 364 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 57 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a width of 1 foot, and it is equipped with a single valve outlet gate.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential and fair condition assessment, SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-73 has not undergone recent inspections, with the last one conducted in July 2011. The dam's risk assessment stands at a very high level, emphasizing the need for proactive risk management measures. With a history of state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, this dam plays a crucial role in managing flood risk in the area, under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and the oversight of the Natural Resources Conservation Service. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site serves as a significant example of infrastructure designed for flood risk reduction and the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1030 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MULE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Nid Storage |
364 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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11cfs |
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528cfs |
Arkansas River At Ralston
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1660cfs |
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|
569cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
28cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
483cfs |
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Lake McMurtry West
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