SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-21a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-21a is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 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 | 41 ft (taller than 86.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 3,855 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 438 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01501 |
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
DEWEY CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-21a?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-21a 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-Quartermaster Creek Site-21a?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-21a is owned by DEWEY CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-21a built?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-21a was completed in 1962, making it 64 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-21a?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-21a 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-21a?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-21a has a dam height of 41 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-21a last inspected?
SCS-Quartermaster Creek Site-21a was last inspected on October 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.