SCS-Delaware Creek Site-014c
Key Takeaway
SCS-Delaware Creek Site-014c is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Max Discharge | 980 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12224 |
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
COAL CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 40 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Delaware Creek Site-014c?
SCS-Delaware Creek Site-014c 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-014c?
SCS-Delaware Creek Site-014c is owned by COAL CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Delaware Creek Site-014c built?
SCS-Delaware Creek Site-014c was completed in 1977, making it 49 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-014c?
SCS-Delaware Creek Site-014c 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-014c?
SCS-Delaware Creek Site-014c has a dam height of 45 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-014c last inspected?
SCS-Delaware Creek Site-014c was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.