SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 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 | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,390 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22053 |
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
JEFFERSON CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a?
SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a 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-Cow Creek Site-01a?
SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a is owned by JEFFERSON CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a built?
SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a was completed in 1981, making it 45 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-Cow Creek Site-01a?
SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a 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-Cow Creek Site-01a?
SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a has a dam height of 35 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-Cow Creek Site-01a last inspected?
SCS-Cow Creek Site-01a was last inspected on October 19, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.