SCS-Cow Creek Site-30b

TR-DRY CR· Stephens, Oklahoma· Built 1984· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

SCS-Cow Creek Site-30b is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK)
Dam Length1,390 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage243 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area442 sq mi
Max Discharge516 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDOK03002

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 1, 1980
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

STEPHENS CO CONS DIST

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of SCS-Cow Creek Site-30b?

SCS-Cow Creek Site-30b 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-Cow Creek Site-30b?

SCS-Cow Creek Site-30b is owned by STEPHENS CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was SCS-Cow Creek Site-30b built?

SCS-Cow Creek Site-30b was completed in 1984, making it 42 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-30b?

SCS-Cow Creek Site-30b 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-30b?

SCS-Cow Creek Site-30b has a dam height of 22 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-30b last inspected?

SCS-Cow Creek Site-30b was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.