SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 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 | 34 ft (taller than 70.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 3,595 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,720 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00981 |
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
UPPER WASHITA CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a 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-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a is owned by UPPER WASHITA CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a built?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a was completed in 1961, making it 65 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-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a 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-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a 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-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a last inspected?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-19a was last inspected on January 19, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.