SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-25, located in Adair, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated flood risk reduction structure that was completed in 1976 by the USDA NRCS.
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The dam, made of stone with a soil foundation, stands at a height of 84 feet and spans a length of 1980 feet, providing storage of up to 8000 acre-feet of water from the Greasy Creek.
With a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, this site is crucial for managing flood risks in the area. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, with a maximum discharge capacity of 6350 cubic feet per second. Despite being last inspected in 2011, this structure continues to play a vital role in protecting the local community from potential flooding events.
Overall, SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-25 serves as a key component in the state's flood risk reduction efforts, reflecting the importance of sustainable water resource management in the face of changing climate patterns. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to monitor and maintain such structures to ensure their effectiveness in mitigating the impacts of extreme weather events on local communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
1980 |
Dam Height |
84 |
River Or Stream |
GREASY CREEK |
Surface Area |
29 |
Hydraulic Height |
84 |
Drainage Area |
23.47 |
Nid Storage |
8000 |
Structural Height |
84 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
84 |
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|
20cfs |
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|
34cfs |
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|
28cfs |
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|
97cfs |
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|
132cfs |
Baron Fork At Eldon
|
72cfs |