SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36
Key Takeaway
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 38.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 374 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Max Discharge | 410 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01209 |
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
GARFIELD CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 24 ftSCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-33
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Significant Hazard 41 ftSCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-38
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Low Hazard 24 ftSCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-32
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Low Hazard 30 ftSCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-31
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Low Hazard 32 ftSCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-39
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Low Hazard 40 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36 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-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36 is owned by GARFIELD CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36 built?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36 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-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36 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-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36 has a dam height of 26 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-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36 last inspected?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-36 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.