SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-101

TR-WASHITA RIVER· Caddo, Oklahoma· Built 1984· Earth· 57 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-101 is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 57 ft (taller than 96.8% in OK)
Dam Length660 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge289 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDOK03023

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 21, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

SOUTH CADDO CONS DIST

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-101?

SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-101 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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-101?

SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-101 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-101 built?

SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-101 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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-101?

SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-101 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-101?

SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-101 has a dam height of 57 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-101 last inspected?

SCS-Fort Cobb Laterals Site-101 was last inspected on December 21, 2011. 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.