The SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-N1 is a state-owned earth dam located in Wynnewood, Oklahoma, designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the OWRB.
Wind
Humidity
Completed in 1980, the dam stands at a height of 25 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR Washita River. With a maximum storage capacity of 57 acre-feet and a surface area of 17 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in mitigating the impact of high discharge events in the area.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is rated as fair, with a risk assessment indicating a very high level of risk. The presence of a controlled spillway and one outlet valve ensures that the dam is equipped to handle emergency situations effectively. The last inspection date was in January 2011, with a scheduled inspection frequency of once every year. Overall, the SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-N1 serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control in Garvin County, Oklahoma, safeguarding the surrounding community from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1040 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
317cfs |
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
8cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
29cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
197cfs |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
309cfs |