SCS-Finn Creek Site-035
Key Takeaway
SCS-Finn Creek Site-035 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 426 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,815 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00765 |
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
MCCLAIN CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Finn Creek Site-035?
SCS-Finn Creek Site-035 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-Finn Creek Site-035?
SCS-Finn Creek Site-035 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-Finn Creek Site-035 built?
SCS-Finn Creek Site-035 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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-Finn Creek Site-035?
SCS-Finn Creek Site-035 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-Finn Creek Site-035?
SCS-Finn Creek Site-035 has a dam height of 30 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-Finn Creek Site-035 last inspected?
SCS-Finn Creek Site-035 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.