SCS-Little Wewoka Creek Site-18, located in Hughes County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on the Greasy Creek.
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Completed in 1960, this dam stands at 30 feet high, with a length of 1675 feet and a storage capacity of 3325 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, this structure plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
Managed by the OWRB and inspected every 5 years, SCS-Little Wewoka Creek Site-18 is in good condition and has a very high risk assessment ranking. The dam is equipped with a valve outlet gate and has not been modified since its completion. Although the last inspection dates back to 1980, the dam has not been rated for its condition. Despite its age, this dam continues to serve its primary purpose effectively and remains a key asset in the flood risk reduction efforts in the area.
Overall, SCS-Little Wewoka Creek Site-18 is a well-maintained state-owned structure with a vital role in water resource management and climate resilience in the region. With its strategic location and impressive design specifications, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of investing in infrastructure for the protection of communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1675 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
GREASY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
78 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
3325 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
|
209cfs |
Canadian River At Calvin
|
361cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
12cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
141cfs |
North Canadian River At Shawnee
|
177cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
8cfs |