SCS-Delaware Creek Site-008, located in Anadarko, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on the TR-EAST FORK river.
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Completed in 1979, this dam stands at a height of 36 feet with a hydraulic height of 32 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 1398 acre-feet and a normal storage of 245 acre-feet. With a surface area of 48 acres and a maximum discharge of 5220 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region.
The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a spillway width of 2 feet and one valve outlet gate. Despite being assessed as in fair condition, it is classified as a high hazard potential structure with a very high risk rating. The dam's inspection frequency is once per year, with the last inspection conducted in August 2011. While it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements, there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, raising concerns about emergency preparedness and the need for risk management measures.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, SCS-Delaware Creek Site-008 serves as a vital infrastructure for flood control in Caddo County, Oklahoma. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the critical role of structures like SCS-Delaware Creek Site-008 is essential in ensuring the safety and sustainability of our communities in the face of increasing environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
1310 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
48 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Nid Storage |
1398 |
Structural Height |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |