SCS-Delaware Creek Site-005

SULPHUR BRANCH· Johnston, Oklahoma· Built 1964· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

SCS-Delaware Creek Site-005 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 86.7% in OK)
Dam Length560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage260 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Max Discharge2,634 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDOK02184

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: December 15, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

JOHNSTON CO CONS DIST

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of SCS-Delaware Creek Site-005?

SCS-Delaware Creek Site-005 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-Delaware Creek Site-005?

SCS-Delaware Creek Site-005 is owned by JOHNSTON CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was SCS-Delaware Creek Site-005 built?

SCS-Delaware Creek Site-005 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-Delaware Creek Site-005?

SCS-Delaware Creek Site-005 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-Delaware Creek Site-005?

SCS-Delaware Creek Site-005 has a dam height of 41 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-Delaware Creek Site-005 last inspected?

SCS-Delaware Creek Site-005 was last inspected on December 15, 2005. 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.