SCS-Pennington Creek Site-2, located in Johnston County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1953 by the USDA NRCS.
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The primary purpose of this dam is flood risk reduction along the TR-Pennington Creek. Standing at a height of 30 feet with a hydraulic height of 25 feet, this dam spans a length of 1,010 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 3,200 cubic feet per second.
With a normal storage capacity of 207 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 1,010 acre-feet, SCS-Pennington Creek Site-2 covers a surface area of 38 acres. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is classified as very high (1). The last inspection of the structure was conducted in 1980, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years.
As an essential infrastructure for managing flood risks in the region, the SCS-Pennington Creek Site-2 serves as a critical component of water resource management in the area. Its design and construction by the USDA NRCS reflect a commitment to safeguarding the local community from potential flooding events. Moving forward, continued monitoring and maintenance of this dam will be crucial to ensure its effectiveness in reducing flood risks and protecting the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Length |
1010 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-PENNINGTON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
1010 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
8cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
57cfs |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
49cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
319cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
327cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
9cfs |