SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-1, located in Le Flore, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along Cedar Creek.
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Completed in 1971, this earthen dam stands at 87 feet tall with a length of 1200 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 2482 acre-feet. With a spillway width of 1 foot and a controlled spillway type, this dam has a high hazard potential and is currently assessed to be in fair condition.
The dam is overseen by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and falls under state jurisdiction for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The primary purpose of SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-1 is flood risk reduction, serving the local community in VICTOR by mitigating potential flooding events. Despite its age, the dam continues to meet operational standards with a valve outlet gate and a maximum discharge capacity of 3760 cubic feet per second.
In the event of an emergency, the dam is equipped with an emergency action plan, although specific details on its preparedness and risk management measures are not disclosed. With a very high risk assessment rating and a history of state regulatory compliance, SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-1 remains a crucial infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
87 |
River Or Stream |
CEDAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
87 |
Nid Storage |
2482 |
Structural Height |
87 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
87 |
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