SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17
Key Takeaway
SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,010 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00713 |
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
KIOWA CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 20 ftSCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-15b
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Low Hazard 28 ftSCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-25
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Low Hazard 26 ftSCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-20
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Significant Hazard 26 ftSCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-21
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Low Hazard 19 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17?
SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17 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-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17?
SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17 is owned by KIOWA CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17 built?
SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17?
SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17 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-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17?
SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17 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-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17 last inspected?
SCS-Rainy Mountain Creek Site-17 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.