SCS-Cottonwood Creek Site-20, located in Cashion, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam on Wolf Creek, designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 54 feet with a length of 2000 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 2389 acre-feet and a normal storage of 380 acre-feet. The dam has a controlled spillway with a width of 2 feet and is equipped with a valve outlet gate for water release.
With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, SCS-Cottonwood Creek Site-20 is inspected every 5 years. The dam's condition is currently not rated, and it lacks an emergency action plan (EAP) and inundation maps. Despite these shortcomings, the dam's structural integrity remains intact, ensuring the safety of the surrounding area in the event of a flood. As a vital infrastructure for flood control in the region, SCS-Cottonwood Creek Site-20 plays a crucial role in protecting the community from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
2000 |
Dam Height |
54 |
River Or Stream |
WOLF CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
50 |
Hydraulic Height |
54 |
Nid Storage |
2389 |
Structural Height |
54 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
54 |