Scissortail Ranch INC
Key Takeaway
Scissortail Ranch INC is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 38.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12548 |
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
ASHMORE INVESTMENTS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scissortail Ranch INC?
Scissortail Ranch INC 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 Scissortail Ranch INC?
Scissortail Ranch INC is owned by ASHMORE INVESTMENTS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scissortail Ranch INC built?
Scissortail Ranch INC was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Scissortail Ranch INC?
Scissortail Ranch INC serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Scissortail Ranch INC?
Scissortail Ranch INC has a dam height of 26 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 Scissortail Ranch INC last inspected?
Scissortail Ranch INC was last inspected on May 18, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.