SCS-Rush Creek Site-029

TR-RUSH CREEK· Garvin, Oklahoma· Built 1961· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

SCS-Rush Creek Site-029 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 41 ft (taller than 86.7% in OK)
Dam Length680 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage269 acre-ft
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Max Discharge1,440 cfs
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDOK00324

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 1, 1980
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

GARVIN CO CONS DIST

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of SCS-Rush Creek Site-029?

SCS-Rush Creek Site-029 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-029?

SCS-Rush Creek Site-029 is owned by GARVIN CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was SCS-Rush Creek Site-029 built?

SCS-Rush Creek Site-029 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-Rush Creek Site-029?

SCS-Rush Creek Site-029 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-029?

SCS-Rush Creek Site-029 has a dam height of 41 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-029 last inspected?

SCS-Rush Creek Site-029 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.