SCS-Big Wewoka Creek Site-36 in Hughes, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1958, this dam stands at 27 feet high with a hydraulic height of 19 feet and a length of 1750 feet, providing a storage capacity of 168 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Tiger Creek, this structure serves as a crucial component of the flood control system in the area, with a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential.
Despite its age, SCS-Big Wewoka Creek Site-36 has not been rated for its condition as of yet, with the last inspection conducted in 1980. The structure features a single valve outlet gate and falls under the jurisdiction and regulatory oversight of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. With a very high risk assessment rating, this dam remains a critical asset for managing flood risks in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the design, purpose, and condition of structures like SCS-Big Wewoka Creek Site-36 is essential for ensuring the resilience and safety of our water infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
1750 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TIGER CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
34 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
168 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Little River Near Sasakwa
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12cfs |
Canadian River At Calvin
|
361cfs |
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
|
209cfs |
North Canadian River At Shawnee
|
177cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
8cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
141cfs |
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Wewoka Lake
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Holdenville Lake
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Sportsmans Lake
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