SCS-Little Washita River Site-21, located in Cedar Grove, Comanche County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 33 feet and has a storage capacity of 206 acre-feet. The dam, situated on the TR-Little Washita River, features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, SCS-Little Washita River Site-21 is deemed to have very high risk, possibly due to its age and lack of recent condition assessments. The dam has not been inspected since September 1985, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. While the dam's emergency action plan status is unknown, it is crucial to ensure that proper risk management measures are in place to mitigate any potential threats to downstream communities and the environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, monitoring and maintaining the integrity of SCS-Little Washita River Site-21 is essential to safeguarding against flood events and preserving the surrounding ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1400 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
206 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |