SCS-Roaring Creek Site-B1
Key Takeaway
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-B1 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 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 | 39 ft (taller than 82.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00178 |
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
GRADY CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Roaring Creek Site-B1?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-B1 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-Roaring Creek Site-B1?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-B1 is owned by GRADY CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Roaring Creek Site-B1 built?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-B1 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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-Roaring Creek Site-B1?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-B1 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-Roaring Creek Site-B1?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-B1 has a dam height of 39 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-Roaring Creek Site-B1 last inspected?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-B1 was last inspected on November 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.