SCS-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04
Key Takeaway
SCS-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Max Discharge | 850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12078 |
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
OKFUSKEE CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04?
SCS-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04 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-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04?
SCS-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04 is owned by OKFUSKEE CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04 built?
SCS-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04 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-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04?
SCS-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04 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-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04?
SCS-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04 has a dam height of 40 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-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04 last inspected?
SCS-Okfuskee Tributaries Site-H04 was last inspected on October 3, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.