SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-47 is a state-regulated earth dam located in Red Rock, Oklahoma, designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1981, this dam stands at a height of 36 feet and has a storage capacity of 3458 acre-feet, serving to protect the surrounding area from potential flooding events. The dam spans 1960 feet in length and has a controlled spillway with a width of 2 feet, ensuring efficient water release during high discharge periods.
Situated on Elk Horn Creek in Garfield County, Oklahoma, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region. With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, the SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-47 is equipped with a valve outlet gate for controlled water release. While its condition assessment is currently not rated, regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. Overall, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water resource management and climate resilience in the area.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
1960 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
ELK HORN CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
80 |
Hydraulic Height |
36 |
Drainage Area |
8.6 |
Nid Storage |
3458 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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