SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09
Key Takeaway
SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09 is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 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 | 47 ft (taller than 92.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 422 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,910 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00914 |
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
UPPER WASHITA CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09?
SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09 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-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09?
SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09 is owned by UPPER WASHITA CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09 built?
SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09?
SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09 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-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09?
SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09 has a dam height of 47 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-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09 last inspected?
SCS-Dead Indian-Wldhorse Cr Site-09 was last inspected on January 23, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.