SCS-Sugar Creek Site-012
Key Takeaway
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-012 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 70.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,090 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 574 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,810 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00518 |
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
NORTH CADDO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 34 ftSCS-Sugar Creek Site-027
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Low Hazard 35 ftSCS-Sugar Creek Site-016
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Low Hazard 58 ftSCS-Sugar Creek Site-017
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Low Hazard 35 ftSCS-Sugar Creek Site-013
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Low Hazard 33 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Sugar Creek Site-012?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-012 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-Sugar Creek Site-012?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-012 is owned by NORTH CADDO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Sugar Creek Site-012 built?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-012 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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-Sugar Creek Site-012?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-012 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-Sugar Creek Site-012?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-012 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-Sugar Creek Site-012 last inspected?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-012 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.