SCS-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m
Key Takeaway
SCS-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 66 ft (taller than 98.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 550 acres |
| Drainage Area | 26 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22072 |
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
PAWNEE COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m?
SCS-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m 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-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m?
SCS-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m is owned by PAWNEE COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m built?
SCS-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m was completed in 1937, making it 89 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-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m?
SCS-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is SCS-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m?
SCS-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m has a dam height of 66 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-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m last inspected?
SCS-Lower Black Bear Creek Site-19m was last inspected on November 2, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.