SCS-Cowden Laterals Site-008
Key Takeaway
SCS-Cowden Laterals Site-008 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 738 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 66 acres |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22030 |
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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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Cowden Laterals Site-008?
SCS-Cowden Laterals Site-008 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-Cowden Laterals Site-008?
SCS-Cowden Laterals Site-008 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-Cowden Laterals Site-008 built?
SCS-Cowden Laterals Site-008 was completed in 1983, making it 43 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-Cowden Laterals Site-008?
SCS-Cowden Laterals Site-008 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-Cowden Laterals Site-008?
SCS-Cowden Laterals Site-008 has a dam height of 15 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-Cowden Laterals Site-008 last inspected?
SCS-Cowden Laterals Site-008 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.