SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-01 in Lincoln, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated structure designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1961, this stone core dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a length of 1125 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 411 acre-feet to mitigate flooding along the Little Deep Fork Creek. The dam has a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, with a very high risk assessment rating of 1.
Despite being last inspected in 1980, this dam is maintained to meet state inspection and enforcement standards. It is equipped with a valve outlet gate and is located within the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. While the dam's condition assessment is not rated, its risk management measures and emergency action plan status remain unspecified. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the significance of SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-01 in managing flood risks and protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation, showcasing the importance of infrastructure in safeguarding communities against natural disasters.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1125 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE DEEP FORK CR |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Drainage Area |
1.85 |
Nid Storage |
411 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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