SCS-Little Washita River Site-45
Key Takeaway
SCS-Little Washita River Site-45 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 | 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 820 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Max Discharge | 317 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20850 |
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
GRADY CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 45 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Little Washita River Site-45?
SCS-Little Washita River Site-45 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 Washita River Site-45?
SCS-Little Washita River Site-45 is owned by GRADY CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Little Washita River Site-45 built?
SCS-Little Washita River Site-45 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-Little Washita River Site-45?
SCS-Little Washita River Site-45 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 Washita River Site-45?
SCS-Little Washita River Site-45 has a dam height of 24 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 Washita River Site-45 last inspected?
SCS-Little Washita River Site-45 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.