SCS-Bear-Fall & Coon Creek Site-030, located in Luther, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated Earth dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a length of 950 feet, providing a storage capacity of 635 acre-feet. Its spillway type is controlled, with a width of 1 foot, and it is equipped with a single valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being rated as low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Bear-Fall & Coon Creek Site-030 indicates a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance. The dam has not been rated for condition assessment, and the last inspection date dates back to January 1, 1980, suggesting a need for updated evaluations. With the surrounding area facing a very high risk of potential hazards, it is crucial for authorities to ensure that proper risk management measures are in place to protect both the structure and the local community from any potential threats.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
950 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
635 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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66cfs |
North Canadian River At Britton Rd At Okc
|
73cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
459cfs |
Deep Fork At Warwick
|
24cfs |
North Canadian River Near Harrah
|
200cfs |
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
488cfs |
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