SCS-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1
Key Takeaway
SCS-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 875 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Max Discharge | 650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10682 |
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
CHEROKEE CO CONS DIST
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1?
SCS-Fourteen Mile 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-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1?
SCS-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1 is owned by CHEROKEE CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1 built?
SCS-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1?
SCS-Fourteen Mile 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-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1?
SCS-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1 has a dam height of 35 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-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1 last inspected?
SCS-Fourteen Mile Creek Site-1 was last inspected on December 5, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.