SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-53
Key Takeaway
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-53 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 439 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 101 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,270 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01423 |
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
NOBLE CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Low Hazard 20 ftSCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-56
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Low Hazard 32 ftSCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-50
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Low Hazard 30 ftSCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-49
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Low Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-53?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-53 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-53?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-53 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 Red Rock Creek Site-53 built?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-53 was completed in 1973, making it 53 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-53?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-53 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-53?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-53 has a dam height of 28 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-53 last inspected?
SCS-Upper Red Rock Creek Site-53 was last inspected on November 9, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.