SCS-Criner Creek Site-018
Key Takeaway
SCS-Criner Creek Site-018 is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 32 ft (taller than 65.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 980 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 475 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,155 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00760 |
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
MCCLAIN CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Criner Creek Site-018?
SCS-Criner Creek Site-018 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-Criner Creek Site-018?
SCS-Criner Creek Site-018 is owned by MCCLAIN CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Criner Creek Site-018 built?
SCS-Criner Creek Site-018 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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-Criner Creek Site-018?
SCS-Criner Creek Site-018 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-Criner Creek Site-018?
SCS-Criner Creek Site-018 has a dam height of 32 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-Criner Creek Site-018 last inspected?
SCS-Criner Creek Site-018 was last inspected on November 6, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.