SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a, also known as Cow Creek Site-1a, is a state-owned dam located in Waurika, Oklahoma.
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Constructed in 1981 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a length of 2100 feet, serving primarily for flood risk reduction along TR Cow Creek. With a storage capacity of 2159 acre-feet, it plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed and regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a is deemed to have a significant hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in fair condition. The dam features a controlled spillway, one valve outlet gate, and has a maximum discharge capacity of 2390 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, the dam continues to meet state inspection, permitting, and enforcement requirements, ensuring its operational readiness in case of emergencies.
With a very high risk rating and a designated risk management plan, SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a stands as a vital infrastructure piece in the region's water resource management efforts. Supported by state and federal agencies, this dam serves as a crucial tool in protecting the local community from potential flood threats and highlights the importance of proactive infrastructure maintenance in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1981 |
Dam Length |
2100 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR COW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
3.8 |
Nid Storage |
2159 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
Wichita Rv Nr Charlie
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1850cfs |
Red Rv Nr Terral
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200cfs |
East Cache Creek Near Walters
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25cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold
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145cfs |
Mud Creek Near Courtney
|
0cfs |
E Fk Little Wichita Rv Nr Henrietta
|
0cfs |
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Moneka Park - Waurika Lake
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Chisolm Trail Ridge - Waurika Lake
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Kiowa Park - Waurika Lake
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Wichita Ridge - Waurika Lake
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