SCS-Rush Creek Site-023
Key Takeaway
SCS-Rush Creek Site-023 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Max Discharge | 310 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20656 |
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 76 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Rush Creek Site-023?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-023 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-023?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-023 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-023 built?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-023 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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-023?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-023 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-023?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-023 has a dam height of 40 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-023 last inspected?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-023 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.