SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-23 is a state-regulated dam located in Noble, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Built in 1976 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a length of 1150 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 102 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 543 acre-feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing floodwaters in the area.
The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and an outlet gate with a valve. Although last inspected in 1999, with a low hazard potential and a risk assessment rating of very high (1), the dam's condition remains unrated. Despite its age, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively, safeguarding the surrounding community from potential flooding events. With state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place, the SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-23 stands as a vital infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
1150 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLACK BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Nid Storage |
543 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
4cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
27cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
464cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
459cfs |
Chikaskia River Near Blackwell
|
213cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
12cfs |