SCS-Cow Creek Site-44 in Stephens 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 1978, this earthen dam stands at a height of 25 feet, with a hydraulic height of 21 feet and a structural height of 25 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 212 acre-feet and a normal storage of 39 acre-feet, serving to regulate the flow of the TR-DRY CREEK river or stream.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, this dam has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its current condition. Despite its age, the dam's risk assessment is very high, signaling the need for ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures. The last inspection date recorded was in 1980, with a recommended inspection frequency of every 5 years to ensure the dam's continued safety and effectiveness in flood control.
Located in the city of Addington, SCS-Cow Creek Site-44 is a key infrastructure asset in flood prevention efforts in the region. With its controlled spillway and valve outlet gates, the dam plays a crucial role in reducing flood risk and protecting downstream areas. As climate change intensifies and water resources become increasingly precious, the proper maintenance and management of sites like SCS-Cow Creek Site-44 are essential to ensuring the safety and resilience of communities in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
2020 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
212 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
East Cache Creek Near Walters
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25cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Charlie
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1850cfs |
Deep Red Creek Near Randlett
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0cfs |
Red Rv Nr Terral
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200cfs |
Red Rv Nr Burkburnett
|
52cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold
|
145cfs |
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