SCS-Lower Red Rock Creek Site-21 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Noble, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Built in 1975 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at 32 feet tall and spans 1520 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 455 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Red Rock Creek, within the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Lower Red Rock Creek Site-21 indicates a very high risk level, warranting attention and potentially additional measures for risk management. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release. While the condition of the dam is currently not rated, the last inspection was conducted in 1999, highlighting the need for regular monitoring and assessment to ensure the safety and effectiveness of this critical infrastructure for flood control in the region.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
1520 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
455 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
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|
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