SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06
Key Takeaway
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 43% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01368 |
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
HARMON CO CONS DIST
State Government
Nearby Dams
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-09
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Low Hazard 30 ftSCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-01
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Low Hazard 34 ftSCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-04
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Low Hazard 17 ftSCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-07
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Low Hazard 20 ftSCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-10
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Low Hazard 31 ftSCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-02a
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Low Hazard 27 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06 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-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06 is owned by HARMON CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06 built?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06 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-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06 has a dam height of 27 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-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06 last inspected?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-06 was last inspected on June 3, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.