SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b
Key Takeaway
SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 63% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 400 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Max Discharge | 635 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10637 |
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
CREEK CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 45 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b?
SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b 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-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b?
SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b is owned by CREEK CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b built?
SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b was completed in 1972, making it 54 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-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b?
SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b 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-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b?
SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b has a dam height of 31 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-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b last inspected?
SCS-Little Deep Fork Creek Site-56b was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.