SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-24, located in Meeker, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1973, this dam stands at a height of 40 feet and has a storage capacity of 308 acre-feet. The dam's spillway type is controlled with a width of 1 foot, and it has a significant hazard potential with a condition assessment rated as fair.
The dam is situated on the TR-Quapaw Creek within Lincoln County, Oklahoma, and is under the jurisdiction of the OWRB. Its risk assessment is classified as very high, indicating the importance of proper management and maintenance to ensure safety. With a maximum discharge capacity of 660 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area and protecting surrounding communities from potential inundation events. Despite its age, the dam continues to be inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and overall performance in safeguarding the local water resources and environment.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-QUAPAW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Nid Storage |
308 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Meeker Lake
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Wes Watkins Reservoir
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Shawnee Twin Lakes
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