SCS-Sugar Creek Site-043
Key Takeaway
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-043 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 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 | 60 ft (taller than 97.4% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 479 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20794 |
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
WEST CADDO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Sugar Creek Site-043?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-043 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-Sugar Creek Site-043?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-043 is owned by WEST CADDO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Sugar Creek Site-043 built?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-043 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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-043?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-043 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-043?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-043 has a dam height of 60 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-043 last inspected?
SCS-Sugar Creek Site-043 was last inspected on December 23, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.