SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B1

TR-BEEF CREEK· Garvin, Oklahoma· Built 1973· Earth· 29 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B1 is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 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 29 ft (taller than 51.9% in OK)
Dam Length1,340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage321 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Max Discharge1,200 cfs
Year Completed1973 (53 years old)
NID IDOK00239

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 4, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

GARVIN CO CONS DIST

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B1?

SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B1 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-Maysville Laterals Site-B1?

SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B1 is owned by GARVIN CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B1 built?

SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B1 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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-Maysville Laterals Site-B1?

SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B1 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-Maysville Laterals Site-B1?

SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B1 has a dam height of 29 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-Maysville Laterals Site-B1 last inspected?

SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B1 was last inspected on March 4, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.