SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13
Key Takeaway
SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 95.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 238 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Max Discharge | 7,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02171 |
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
LATIMER CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 52 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13?
SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13 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-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13?
SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13 is owned by LATIMER CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13 built?
SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13?
SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13 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-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13?
SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13 has a dam height of 53 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-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13 last inspected?
SCS-Fourche Maline Creek Site-13 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.