Rock Creek Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Rock Creek Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 70 ft (taller than 98.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 24,780 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00118 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BIXBY UTILITY SERVICE AUTHORITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rock Creek Reservoir?
Rock Creek Reservoir is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Rock Creek Reservoir?
Rock Creek Reservoir is owned by BIXBY UTILITY SERVICE AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rock Creek Reservoir built?
Rock Creek Reservoir was completed in 1958, making it 68 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Rock Creek Reservoir?
Rock Creek Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rock Creek Reservoir?
Rock Creek Reservoir has a dam height of 70 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Rock Creek Reservoir last inspected?
Rock Creek Reservoir was last inspected on November 6, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.