SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-14, located in Latimer, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of Flood Risk Reduction.
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Completed in 1965, this dam stands at a height of 68 feet and has a length of 1700 feet, providing a storage capacity of 4045 acre-feet. The dam, situated on Peachland Creek in the city of Wister, is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and is inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and functionality.
With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-14 is crucial for mitigating flood risks in the region. The dam features a controlled spillway, one valve outlet gate, and stone core construction on a soil foundation. Despite its age, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated as of the last inspection in 1980. The site also lacks an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and inundation maps, highlighting the need for updated risk management measures to enhance preparedness and response in case of emergencies.
As part of the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, this dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding events. With its strategic location and design features, SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-14 serves as a critical water resource infrastructure in Oklahoma, emphasizing the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring to ensure its effectiveness in flood risk reduction efforts.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1700 |
Dam Height |
68 |
River Or Stream |
PEACHLAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
33 |
Hydraulic Height |
68 |
Nid Storage |
4045 |
Structural Height |
68 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
68 |
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|
1cfs |
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220cfs |
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2160cfs |
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|
27cfs |
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|
4cfs |
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|
483cfs |