SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-10, located in Davis, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS to primarily reduce flood risk along the TR-Chigley Sandy Creek.
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Completed in 1955, this dam stands at a height of 33 feet, with a hydraulic height of 27 feet and a dam length of 1020 feet. It has a storage capacity of 166 acre-feet and a normal storage of 46 acre-feet, serving as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the area.
Managed by the OWRB and owned by the state, SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-10 has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition assessment. Despite its age, the dam remains a key component in the local water resource infrastructure, with one valve as the outlet gate. Its risk assessment is categorized as very high, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this site a fascinating example of how engineering solutions play a vital role in managing water-related challenges in the region.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Length |
1020 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CHIGLEY SANDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
166 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
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8cfs |
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