SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-05
Key Takeaway
SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-05 is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 76.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00476 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CANADIAN CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-05?
SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-05 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-05?
SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-05 is owned by CANADIAN CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-05 built?
SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-05 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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-Uncle John Creek Site-05?
SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-05 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-Uncle John Creek Site-05?
SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-05 has a dam height of 36 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-Uncle John Creek Site-05 last inspected?
SCS-Uncle John Creek Site-05 was last inspected on May 17, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.