SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-32
Key Takeaway
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-32 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 70.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 917 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Max Discharge | 860 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02144 |
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
LINCOLN CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-32?
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-32 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-Quapaw Creek Site-32?
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-32 is owned by LINCOLN CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-32 built?
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-32 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-Quapaw Creek Site-32?
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-32 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-Quapaw Creek Site-32?
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-32 has a dam height of 34 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-Quapaw Creek Site-32 last inspected?
SCS-Quapaw Creek Site-32 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.