SCS-Mill Creek Site-16, located in Murray, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1957, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a hydraulic height of 18 feet. With a storage capacity of 307 acre-feet and a normal storage of 48 acre-feet, the dam serves to control the flow of TR-Mill Creek and prevent potential flooding in the area.
Managed by the OWRB, SCS-Mill Creek Site-16 boasts a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its current condition. The dam features a single valve outlet gate and a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot. While last inspected in 1980 with an inspection frequency of 5 years, the dam presents a very high risk of failure, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and resilience of the surrounding community and water resources. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find SCS-Mill Creek Site-16 to be a critical infrastructure in managing flood risks in the region.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
1180 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
307 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
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