Located in Morrison, Oklahoma, the SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-04 is a state-regulated earth dam designed by USDA NRCS in 1960 for flood risk reduction along TR-SPRING CR.
Wind
Humidity
With a height of 21 feet and a storage capacity of 225 acre-feet, the dam serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction, with a spillway width of 1 foot and a maximum discharge of 1210 cubic feet per second. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and is inspected by state regulators to ensure its safety and functionality.
Despite its low hazard potential, the SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-04 poses a very high risk due to its critical role in flood risk reduction for the surrounding area. The dam has not been assessed for its condition, and no emergency action plan (EAP) is currently in place. The dam's condition assessment and risk management measures are not rated, highlighting the need for regular inspections and the development of an EAP to address potential emergencies. With its strategic location and significant storage capacity, the SCS-Long Branch Creek Site-04 plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating the impact of extreme weather events in Noble County, Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
980 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SPRING CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
225 |
Structural Height |
21 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
21 |
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11cfs |
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544cfs |
Arkansas River At Ralston
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1820cfs |
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489cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
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28cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
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535cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lake McMurtry East
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Lake McMurtry West
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Catfish Cove
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Perry Lake
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Lake Carl Blackwell
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