SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3
Key Takeaway
SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3 is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 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 | 32 ft (taller than 65.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 313 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,010 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02030 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
MURRAY CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3?
SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3 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-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3?
SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3 is owned by MURRAY CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3 built?
SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3?
SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3 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-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3?
SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3 has a dam height of 32 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-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3 last inspected?
SCS-Kickapoo Sandy Creek Site-Bj3 was last inspected on May 9, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.