SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-11, located in Billings, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1980 by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-Bunch Creek.
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This 33-foot high dam boasts a storage capacity of 1676 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 337 acre-feet and a surface area of 74 acres. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 2 feet and an outlet gate equipped with a single valve.
Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition and has a very high risk assessment rating. The last inspection was conducted in 2011, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 3 years. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the OWRB and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements. With a maximum discharge capacity of 2605 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the region and protecting downstream communities from potential inundation.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
3440 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BUNCH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
74 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
1676 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
33 |
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