SCS-Rush Creek Site-040
Key Takeaway
SCS-Rush Creek Site-040 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 70.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Max Discharge | 740 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01158 |
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
STEPHENS CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 41 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Rush Creek Site-040?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-040 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-040?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-040 is owned by STEPHENS CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Rush Creek Site-040 built?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-040 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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-040?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-040 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-040?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-040 has a dam height of 34 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-040 last inspected?
SCS-Rush Creek Site-040 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.