SCS-Upper Muddy Boggy Creek Site-34, located in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated dam designed by the USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of Flood Risk Reduction.
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Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 40 feet with a hydraulic and structural height of 40 feet as well. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 97 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 190 acre-feet, serving as a crucial infrastructure for managing water resources in the area.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam at SCS-Upper Muddy Boggy Creek Site-34 poses a very high risk, as indicated by its risk assessment rating of 1. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, with a limited inspection frequency of every 5 years. The condition assessment for the dam is currently marked as "Not Rated," emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality in the face of potential climate-related challenges.
As climate change continues to impact water resources and increase the frequency of extreme weather events, the management and maintenance of infrastructure like the SCS-Upper Muddy Boggy Creek Site-34 become even more crucial. With its strategic location on TR RANCH CREEK and its role in flood risk reduction, this dam serves as a vital asset in mitigating the impacts of climate variability and protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related hazards.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR RANCH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Nid Storage |
190 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |
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361cfs |
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12cfs |
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|
209cfs |
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|
9cfs |
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423cfs |
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