SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15
Key Takeaway
SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 586 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,439 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20571 |
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
WASHITA CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15?
SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15 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-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15?
SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15 is owned by WASHITA CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15 built?
SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15?
SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15 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-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15?
SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15 has a dam height of 45 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-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15 last inspected?
SCS-South Clinton Laterals Site-L15 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.