SCS-Roaring Creek Site-D7
Key Takeaway
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-D7 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 38.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 590 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,185 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00213 |
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
GRADY CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 29 ftSCS-Roaring Creek Site-S1
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Significant Hazard 23 ftSCS-Roaring Creek Site-S2
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Significant Hazard 35 ftSCS-Roaring Creek Site-D4
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Low Hazard 39 ftSCS-Roaring Creek Site-D1
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Low Hazard 27 ftSCS-Roaring Creek Site-S6
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Significant Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Roaring Creek Site-D7?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-D7 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-Roaring Creek Site-D7?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-D7 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-D7 built?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-D7 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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-D7?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-D7 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-D7?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-D7 has a dam height of 26 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-D7 last inspected?
SCS-Roaring Creek Site-D7 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.