SCS-Double Creek Site-4, located in Ramona, Oklahoma, is a state-regulated earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for flood risk reduction on the TR S Fork Double Creek.
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Completed in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 42.6 feet and has a storage capacity of 1116.1 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 15 acres with a drainage area of 1476 acres. The dam's spillway is controlled with a width of 1 foot, and it is equipped with a valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, SCS-Double Creek Site-4 is currently assessed to be in fair condition. The last inspection was conducted in November 2011, with a frequency of one inspection per year. The risk assessment for this dam categorizes it as having a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring to ensure its safety and the protection of downstream communities. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the vital role that this dam plays in managing flood risks in the region and the need for continued oversight to mitigate potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1400 |
Dam Height |
42.6 |
River Or Stream |
TR S FORK DOUBLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
42.6 |
Drainage Area |
1476 |
Nid Storage |
1116.1 |
Structural Height |
42.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
43 |
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