SCS-Rock Creek Site-17
Key Takeaway
SCS-Rock Creek Site-17 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 65.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 493 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02008 |
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
MURRAY CO CONS DIST
State Government
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High Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Rock Creek Site-17?
SCS-Rock 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-Rock Creek Site-17?
SCS-Rock Creek Site-17 is owned by MURRAY CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Rock Creek Site-17 built?
SCS-Rock Creek Site-17 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-Rock Creek Site-17?
SCS-Rock 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-Rock Creek Site-17?
SCS-Rock Creek Site-17 has a dam height of 32 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-Rock Creek Site-17 last inspected?
SCS-Rock Creek Site-17 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.