SCS-Caney Creek Site-05a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Caney Creek Site-05a is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 78.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 246 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,754 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | OK03007 |
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
ATOKA CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 38 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Caney Creek Site-05a?
SCS-Caney Creek Site-05a 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-Caney Creek Site-05a?
SCS-Caney Creek Site-05a is owned by ATOKA CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Caney Creek Site-05a built?
SCS-Caney Creek Site-05a was completed in 1985, making it 41 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-Caney Creek Site-05a?
SCS-Caney Creek Site-05a 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-Caney Creek Site-05a?
SCS-Caney Creek Site-05a has a dam height of 37 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-Caney Creek Site-05a last inspected?
SCS-Caney Creek Site-05a was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.