SCS-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1, located in Moodys, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a hydraulic height of 32 feet, with a total length of 1250 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 875 acre-feet and a normal storage of 92 acre-feet, serving as a critical infrastructure for managing water resources in the Cherokee County.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition as inspected in December 2011. With a very high risk assessment rating, it is crucial for the dam's emergency action plan and risk management measures to be regularly updated and improved to ensure the safety of downstream communities in the event of a breach or failure. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and a single valve outlet gate for controlled release of water, highlighting its importance in flood control and water resource management in the region.
As a part of the Tulsa District, the SCS-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1 dam plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With its strategic location on the Fourteen Mile Creek and a notable presence in the county, this dam serves as a key infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
1250 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
FOURTEEN MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
875 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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