SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010
Key Takeaway
SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 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 | 46 ft (taller than 92% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,040 ft |
| Max Storage | 506 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,020 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20591 |
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
SOUTH CADDO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010?
SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010 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-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010?
SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010 is owned by SOUTH CADDO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010 built?
SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010?
SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010 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-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010?
SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010 has a dam height of 46 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-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010 last inspected?
SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-010 was last inspected on November 8, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.