SCS-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1
Key Takeaway
SCS-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 82.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 341 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Max Discharge | 869 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01026 |
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
UPPER WASHITA CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 45 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1?
SCS-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1 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-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1?
SCS-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1 is owned by UPPER WASHITA CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1 built?
SCS-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1 was completed in 1948, making it 78 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-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1?
SCS-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1 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-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1?
SCS-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1 has a dam height of 39 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-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1 last inspected?
SCS-Sargeant Major Creek Site-1 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.