SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-04, located in Canadian County, 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 1974, this dam stands at a height of 44 feet and has a length of 1850 feet, capable of storing up to 1833 acre-feet of water. It is situated on the TR-Uncle John Creek, within the Tulsa District of the USACE, and is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
With a significant hazard potential and a fair condition assessment, SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-04 is inspected every three years and equipped with a controlled spillway to manage potential overflow. The dam features one outlet gate and a spillway width of 2 feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 17,620 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from flooding, showcasing the importance of proper water resource management in mitigating climate-related risks.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
1850 |
Dam Height |
44 |
River Or Stream |
TR-UNCLE JOHN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28 |
Hydraulic Height |
44 |
Nid Storage |
1833 |
Structural Height |
44 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
44 |