SCS-Rush Creek Site-020
Key Takeaway
SCS-Rush Creek Site-020 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 76 ft (taller than 98.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Max Discharge | 560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00154 |
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 17 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Rush Creek Site-020?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-020 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-Rush Creek Site-020?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-020 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-Rush Creek Site-020 built?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-020 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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-Rush Creek Site-020?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-020 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-Rush Creek Site-020?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-020 has a dam height of 76 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-Rush Creek Site-020 last inspected?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-020 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.