SCS-Beaver Creek Site-13a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Beaver Creek Site-13a is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Max Discharge | 805 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00414 |
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
CUSTER CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 36 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Beaver Creek Site-13a?
SCS-Beaver Creek Site-13a 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-Beaver Creek Site-13a?
SCS-Beaver Creek Site-13a is owned by CUSTER CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Beaver Creek Site-13a built?
SCS-Beaver Creek Site-13a was completed in 1965, making it 61 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-Beaver Creek Site-13a?
SCS-Beaver Creek Site-13a 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-Beaver Creek Site-13a?
SCS-Beaver Creek Site-13a has a dam height of 25 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-Beaver Creek Site-13a last inspected?
SCS-Beaver Creek Site-13a was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.