SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-016a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-016a is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 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 | 71 ft (taller than 98.6% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 390 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 29,701 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00932 |
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
UPPER WASHITA CONSERVATION DISTRICT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-016a?
SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-016a 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-Sandstone Creek Site-016a?
SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-016a is owned by UPPER WASHITA CONSERVATION DISTRICT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-016a built?
SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-016a was completed in 1951, making it 75 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-Sandstone Creek Site-016a?
SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-016a 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-Sandstone Creek Site-016a?
SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-016a has a dam height of 71 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-Sandstone Creek Site-016a last inspected?
SCS-Sandstone Creek Site-016a was last inspected on February 16, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.