SCS-Carney Creek Site-1
Key Takeaway
SCS-Carney Creek Site-1 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 411 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,534 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30042 |
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
KIAMICHI CONSERVATION DISTRICT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Carney Creek Site-1?
SCS-Carney Creek Site-1 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-Carney Creek Site-1?
SCS-Carney Creek Site-1 is owned by KIAMICHI CONSERVATION DISTRICT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Carney Creek Site-1 built?
SCS-Carney Creek Site-1 was completed in 2002, making it 24 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-Carney Creek Site-1?
SCS-Carney Creek Site-1 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-Carney Creek Site-1?
SCS-Carney Creek Site-1 has a dam height of 30 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-Carney Creek Site-1 last inspected?
SCS-Carney Creek Site-1 was last inspected on December 30, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.