SCS-Salt Creek Site-15
Key Takeaway
SCS-Salt Creek Site-15 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 | 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 263 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Max Discharge | 910 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12013 |
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
POTTAWATOMIE CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Salt Creek Site-15?
SCS-Salt Creek Site-15 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-Salt Creek Site-15?
SCS-Salt Creek Site-15 is owned by POTTAWATOMIE CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Salt Creek Site-15 built?
SCS-Salt Creek Site-15 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-Salt Creek Site-15?
SCS-Salt Creek Site-15 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-Salt Creek Site-15?
SCS-Salt Creek Site-15 has a dam height of 24 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-Salt Creek Site-15 last inspected?
SCS-Salt Creek Site-15 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.