SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-58b is a state-regulated earth dam located in Creek, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Built in 1972 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a length of 770 feet. It has a storage capacity of 248 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 32 acre-feet, serving the TR-FRANK HENRY CREEK.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam at SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-58b is rated as having a very high risk due to its proximity to populated areas. Although it has not been inspected since 1980, the dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. The risk management measures and emergency action plans for this site have not been updated or reviewed in recent years, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of surrounding communities in case of a catastrophic event.
Overall, SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-58b serves as an important infrastructure for flood risk reduction in the region, but it also poses a significant risk to nearby residents in the event of a breach. With a focus on state regulation and inspection, as well as updated risk assessment and emergency preparedness plans, this dam can continue to effectively mitigate flooding while safeguarding the surrounding environment and communities from potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
770 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-FRANK HENRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
248 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |