SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3
Key Takeaway
SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 58 ft (taller than 97.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,513 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11064 |
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
MICHAEL L & CECILIA ROBINSON
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3?
SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 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-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3?
SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 is owned by MICHAEL L & CECILIA ROBINSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 built?
SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3?
SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 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-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3?
SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 has a dam height of 58 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-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 last inspected?
SCS-Caston Mountain Creek Site-3 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.