SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-76, located in Morrison, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction along a tributary of the Arkansas River.
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Completed in 1990, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and spans a length of 1700 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 1875 acre-feet and a drainage area of 4.3 square miles. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a condition assessment marked as fair, SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-76 presents a significant risk for potential emergencies. The dam's risk assessment categorizes it as very high, signaling the need for proactive risk management measures to ensure the safety and structural integrity of the dam. While the last inspection took place in July 2011, regular inspections and maintenance are crucial to mitigate risks and safeguard the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find this site to be of particular interest given its importance in flood risk reduction efforts and its impact on the local ecosystem.
Year Completed |
1990 |
Dam Length |
1700 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB OF ARKANSAS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
39 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
4.3 |
Nid Storage |
1875 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
|
11cfs |
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
528cfs |
Arkansas River At Ralston
|
1660cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
569cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
483cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
28cfs |
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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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