SCS-Bear-Fall & Coon Creek Site-023 is a state-regulated dam located in Logan, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Wellston.
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Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 1000 feet, providing flood risk reduction for the surrounding area along the TR-Fall Creek river or stream. With a maximum storage capacity of 273 acre-feet and a normal storage volume of 29 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, SCS-Bear-Fall & Coon Creek Site-023 is considered to have a very high risk due to its age and lack of recent condition assessments. The dam features a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate, with a maximum discharge capacity of 630 cubic feet per second. While it has not undergone recent inspections, it is reassuring to know that the dam is state-regulated and subject to inspection, enforcement, and permitting by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and maintain infrastructure like SCS-Bear-Fall & Coon Creek Site-023 to ensure the safety and sustainability of our water systems.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FALL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
273 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Deep Fork At Warwick
|
24cfs |
Cottonwood Creek Near Seward
|
66cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
459cfs |
North Canadian River At Britton Rd At Okc
|
73cfs |
North Canadian River Near Harrah
|
200cfs |
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
488cfs |