SCS-Peavine Creek Site-11
Key Takeaway
SCS-Peavine Creek Site-11 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 861 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00799 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MCCLAIN CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Peavine Creek Site-11?
SCS-Peavine Creek Site-11 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates SCS-Peavine Creek Site-11?
SCS-Peavine Creek Site-11 is owned by MCCLAIN CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Peavine Creek Site-11 built?
SCS-Peavine Creek Site-11 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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-Peavine Creek Site-11?
SCS-Peavine Creek Site-11 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-Peavine Creek Site-11?
SCS-Peavine Creek Site-11 has a dam height of 23 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-Peavine Creek Site-11 last inspected?
SCS-Peavine Creek Site-11 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.