SCS-Cobb Creek Site-006
Key Takeaway
SCS-Cobb Creek Site-006 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 68.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 273 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,780 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20595 |
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
SOUTH CADDO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 31 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Cobb Creek Site-006?
SCS-Cobb Creek Site-006 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-Cobb Creek Site-006?
SCS-Cobb Creek Site-006 is owned by SOUTH CADDO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Cobb Creek Site-006 built?
SCS-Cobb Creek Site-006 was completed in 1956, making it 70 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-Cobb Creek Site-006?
SCS-Cobb Creek Site-006 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-Cobb Creek Site-006?
SCS-Cobb Creek Site-006 has a dam height of 33 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-Cobb Creek Site-006 last inspected?
SCS-Cobb Creek Site-006 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.