SCS-Oak Creek Site-002a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Oak Creek Site-002a is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 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 | 57 ft (taller than 96.8% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 633 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Max Discharge | 5,575 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01034 |
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
WASHITA CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Oak Creek Site-002a?
SCS-Oak Creek Site-002a 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-Oak Creek Site-002a?
SCS-Oak Creek Site-002a is owned by WASHITA CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Oak Creek Site-002a built?
SCS-Oak Creek Site-002a was completed in 1967, making it 59 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-Oak Creek Site-002a?
SCS-Oak Creek Site-002a 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-Oak Creek Site-002a?
SCS-Oak Creek Site-002a has a dam height of 57 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-Oak Creek Site-002a last inspected?
SCS-Oak Creek Site-002a was last inspected on August 29, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.