SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-42
Key Takeaway
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-42 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 385 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Max Discharge | 960 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00648 |
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 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-42?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-42 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 Red Rock Creek Site-42?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-42 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 Red Rock Creek Site-42 built?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-42 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Red Rock Creek Site-42?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-42 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 Red Rock Creek Site-42?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-42 has a dam height of 23 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 Red Rock Creek Site-42 last inspected?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-42 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.