SCS-Little Wewoka Creek Site-13 is a state-regulated Earth dam located in Hughes, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Constructed in 1959 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 35 feet and stretches 1650 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 1193 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 3990 cfs, it plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the area.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, this dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for efficient water release. Despite being assessed as in fair condition, it has a significant hazard potential and is classified as being at very high risk. The dam is subject to regular inspections every three years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality in emergency situations. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find SCS-Little Wewoka Creek Site-13 to be a fascinating example of engineering ingenuity in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
1650 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
GRAVES CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
1193 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
Canadian River At Calvin
|
361cfs |
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
|
209cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
12cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
8cfs |
North Canadian River At Shawnee
|
177cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
141cfs |