SCS-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-04, located in Olney, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on TR-Goose Creek.
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Constructed in 1961, this Earth-type structure stands at a height of 25 feet and spans 1540 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1108 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and one outlet valve, the dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment.
Despite being last inspected in 1980, SCS-Upper Clear Boggy Creek Site-04 still serves its primary purpose effectively, with a very high risk assessment rating. The dam's location in Coal County, Oklahoma, under the jurisdiction of the OWRB, highlights its significance in managing flood risks in the area. While not owned by a federal agency, the dam operates under state permitting, inspection, and enforcement, ensuring its functionality and safety in mitigating potential flood events. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this site presents an interesting case study in state-regulated dam infrastructure and flood risk reduction efforts in the region.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
1540 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GOOSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
30 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
1108 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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