SCS-Cane Creek Site-26a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Cane Creek Site-26a is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 65.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 4,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 263 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 62 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,635 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01336 |
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
MUSKOGEE CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Cane Creek Site-26a?
SCS-Cane Creek Site-26a 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-Cane Creek Site-26a?
SCS-Cane Creek Site-26a is owned by MUSKOGEE CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Cane Creek Site-26a built?
SCS-Cane Creek Site-26a was completed in 1971, making it 55 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-Cane Creek Site-26a?
SCS-Cane Creek Site-26a 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-Cane Creek Site-26a?
SCS-Cane Creek Site-26a has a dam height of 32 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-Cane Creek Site-26a last inspected?
SCS-Cane Creek Site-26a was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.