SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101
Key Takeaway
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 554 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Max Discharge | 770 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20938 |
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
DEWEY CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 29 ftSCS Barnitz Creek Site-014
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High Hazard 46 ftSCS-Barnitz Creek Site-028
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Low Hazard 23 ftSCS-Barnitz Creek Site-013
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High Hazard 40 ftErnst
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101?
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101 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 SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101?
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101 is owned by DEWEY CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101 built?
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101?
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101?
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101 has a dam height of 41 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 SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101 last inspected?
SCS-Barnitz Creek Site-101 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.