SCS-Double Creek Site-1
Key Takeaway
SCS-Double Creek Site-1 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 87.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,025 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 353 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 73 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6,385 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 31,506 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20699 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CANEY VALLEY CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Double Creek Site-1?
SCS-Double Creek Site-1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates SCS-Double Creek Site-1?
SCS-Double Creek Site-1 is owned by CANEY VALLEY CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Double Creek Site-1 built?
SCS-Double Creek Site-1 was completed in 1955, making it 71 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-Double Creek Site-1?
SCS-Double Creek Site-1 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-Double Creek Site-1?
SCS-Double Creek Site-1 has a dam height of 42 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-Double Creek Site-1 last inspected?
SCS-Double Creek Site-1 was last inspected on November 2, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.