SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-61a
Key Takeaway
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-61a is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 88.8% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 944 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 363 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 462 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 782 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12124 |
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
NOBLE CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-61a?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-61a 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-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-61a?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-61a is owned by NOBLE 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-61a built?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-61a was completed in 1979, making it 47 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-61a?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-61a serves the following purposes: Water Supply. 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-61a?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-61a 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-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-61a last inspected?
SCS-Upper Black Bear Creek Site-61a was last inspected on June 21, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.