SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-047
Key Takeaway
SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-047 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 68.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,227 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 573 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 186 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00966 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
UPPER WASHITA CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-047?
SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-047 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-047?
SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-047 is owned by UPPER WASHITA CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-047 built?
SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-047 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Washita Creek Site-047?
SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-047 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 Washita Creek Site-047?
SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-047 has a dam height of 33 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 Washita Creek Site-047 last inspected?
SCS-Upper Washita Creek Site-047 was last inspected on October 14, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.