SCS-Stillwater Creek Site 54, located in Payne County, Oklahoma, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS to primarily reduce flood risks along the Stillwater Creek.
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Completed in 2001, this dam stands at a height of 25.9 feet and has a storage capacity of 1218.76 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 81.5 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 1275 feet and covers a surface area of 85.8 acres, serving as a vital infrastructure for flood control in the region.
Managed by the OWRB and falling under the regulatory jurisdiction of the state of Oklahoma, SCS-Stillwater Creek Site 54 boasts a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate for water management. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is in a very high-risk area, highlighting the importance of its role in mitigating potential flooding events. With a strong focus on flood risk reduction, this structure plays a critical role in safeguarding the surrounding communities and ecosystems from the impacts of extreme weather events and climate change.
With the involvement of the Natural Resources Conservation Service in its design and construction, SCS-Stillwater Creek Site 54 serves as a testament to collaborative efforts in water resource management. As climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates, the data for this site underscores the importance of sustainable infrastructure development and adaptive strategies in ensuring the resilience of communities and ecosystems in the face of evolving climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
1275 |
Dam Height |
25.9 |
River Or Stream |
STILLWATER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
85.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
25.9 |
Drainage Area |
2100 |
Nid Storage |
1218.76 |
Structural Height |
25.9 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |
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