SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B5
Key Takeaway
SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B5 is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 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 | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 520 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11060 |
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
GARVIN CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B5?
SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B5 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-B5?
SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B5 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-B5 built?
SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B5 was completed in 1976, making it 50 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-B5?
SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B5 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-B5?
SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B5 has a dam height of 28 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-B5 last inspected?
SCS-Maysville Laterals Site-B5 was last inspected on March 9, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.