SCS-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026
Key Takeaway
SCS-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026 is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 80.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 382 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 406 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6,650 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22236 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PITTSBURG COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026?
SCS-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates SCS-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026?
SCS-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026 is owned by PITTSBURG COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026 built?
SCS-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026 was completed in 1996, making it 30 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-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026?
SCS-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026 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-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026?
SCS-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026 has a dam height of 38 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-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026 last inspected?
SCS-Brushy Peaceable Creek Site-026 was last inspected on December 22, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.