SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-011 is a state-owned earth dam located in Anadarko, Oklahoma, designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the Cedar Canyon river.
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Completed in 1976, this dam stands at a height of 51 feet with a hydraulic height of 45 feet and a length of 600 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 48 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 245 acre-feet, serving as a controlled spillway with a maximum discharge of 2654 cfs.
Although last inspected in 1980 with a low hazard potential rating, the dam's condition assessment remains unrated. Despite the lack of recent assessments, the risk assessment of the site is classified as very high, emphasizing the need for closer monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding area. With a state-regulated status under the jurisdiction of OWRB and the involvement of various federal agencies in the design and construction process, SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-011 serves as a critical infrastructure for flood control in the region, highlighting the importance of water resource management in mitigating climate-related risks.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
51 |
River Or Stream |
CEDAR CANYON |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
45 |
Nid Storage |
245 |
Structural Height |
51 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
51 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Randlett Park
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Sycamore Cove Campgrounds
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Sunset Cove Campgrounds/ Ft Cobb SP
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Flag Pole Campground
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Fort Cobb - Area 3
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Goose Feather Campground
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