SCS-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 27 ft (taller than 43% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 570 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00338 |
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
GARVIN CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a?
SCS-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a 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-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a?
SCS-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a is owned by GARVIN CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a built?
SCS-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a was completed in 1965, making it 61 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-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a?
SCS-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a 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-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a?
SCS-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a has a dam height of 27 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-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a last inspected?
SCS-Cherokee Sandy Site-08a was last inspected on June 9, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.