SCS-Rush Creek Site-038a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Rush Creek Site-038a is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 76.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00317 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GARVIN CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Rush Creek Site-038a?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-038a is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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-038a?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-038a 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-038a built?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-038a 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-038a?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-038a 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-038a?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-038a has a dam height of 36 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-038a last inspected?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-038a was last inspected on January 5, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.