SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-28b
Key Takeaway
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-28b is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 51.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,960 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 523 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01383 |
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
GREER CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 37 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-28b?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-28b 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-28b?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-28b is owned by GREER 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-28b built?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-28b was completed in 1967, making it 59 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-28b?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-28b 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-28b?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-28b has a dam height of 29 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-28b last inspected?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-28b was last inspected on June 17, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.