SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-002 in Carnegie, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on the TR-Washita River.
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Completed in 1975, this dam stands at 49 feet high with a storage capacity of 203 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate, it serves as a crucial structure in managing water resources and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-002 indicates a very high risk level, which highlights the importance of proper monitoring and maintenance. While the structure has not been rated for condition assessment, it is regularly inspected every five years. The dam's location in Caddo County, Oklahoma, under the jurisdiction of OWRB, underscores the critical role it plays in water management within the region.
As a key component in the Tulsa District's flood risk reduction efforts, SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-002 remains a vital infrastructure for water resource management in Oklahoma. Its strategic design, state regulation, and high-risk assessment underscore the significance of this earth dam in safeguarding the area against potential flooding and ensuring the effective utilization of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
850 |
Dam Height |
49 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
46 |
Nid Storage |
203 |
Structural Height |
49 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
49 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Fort Cobb - Area 5
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Eagle Nest Campground/ Ft Cobb SP
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Deer Run Campground
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Fort Cobb - Area 1
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Fort Cobb - Area 2
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Blackjack Campground
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