SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-26, located in Payne County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam constructed in 1981 by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along Bommer Creek.
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With a height of 28 feet and a length of 2000 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 2181 acre-feet and serves as a vital infrastructure for managing water resources in the area. The dam's spillway type is controlled, with a width of 1 foot, allowing for safe discharge during periods of high flow.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam at SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-26 is regularly inspected by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board to ensure its safety and effectiveness in flood risk management. The dam's risk assessment is very high (1) due to its critical role in protecting the surrounding area from potential inundation. Emergency action plans are in place, although details on their preparation and last revision date are currently unavailable. Overall, this site serves as a crucial piece of infrastructure in the region's water resource management efforts and highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures for climate resilience and disaster mitigation.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
2000 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
BOMMER CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
3.2 |
Nid Storage |
2181 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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528cfs |
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11cfs |
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483cfs |
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1660cfs |
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28cfs |
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69cfs |
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