SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14
Key Takeaway
SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14 is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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 | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 344 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,720 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02055 |
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
MURRAY CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14?
SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14 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-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14?
SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14 is owned by MURRAY CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14 built?
SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14?
SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14 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-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14?
SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14 has a dam height of 28 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-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14 last inspected?
SCS-Chigley Sandy Creek Site-14 was last inspected on September 22, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.