SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-29a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-29a is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,730 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01386 |
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 29 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-29a?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-29a 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-29a?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-29a 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-29a built?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-29a was completed in 1966, making it 60 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-29a?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-29a 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-29a?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-29a has a dam height of 20 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-29a last inspected?
SCS-Tri-County Turkey Creek Site-29a was last inspected on June 13, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.