SCS-Turkey Creek Site-07
Key Takeaway
SCS-Turkey Creek Site-07 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 43 ft (taller than 88.8% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,080 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 655 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 72 acres |
| Max Discharge | 7,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01112 |
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
WASHITA CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Turkey Creek Site-07?
SCS-Turkey Creek Site-07 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-Turkey Creek Site-07?
SCS-Turkey Creek Site-07 is owned by WASHITA CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Turkey Creek Site-07 built?
SCS-Turkey Creek Site-07 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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-Turkey Creek Site-07?
SCS-Turkey Creek Site-07 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-Turkey Creek Site-07?
SCS-Turkey Creek Site-07 has a dam height of 43 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-Turkey Creek Site-07 last inspected?
SCS-Turkey Creek Site-07 was last inspected on September 16, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.