SCS-Washington Creek Site-2
Key Takeaway
SCS-Washington Creek Site-2 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 620 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 290 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 48 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,232 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13274 |
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
GARVIN CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Washington Creek Site-2?
SCS-Washington Creek Site-2 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-Washington Creek Site-2?
SCS-Washington Creek Site-2 is owned by GARVIN CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Washington Creek Site-2 built?
SCS-Washington Creek Site-2 was completed in 1981, making it 45 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-Washington Creek Site-2?
SCS-Washington Creek Site-2 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is SCS-Washington Creek Site-2?
SCS-Washington Creek Site-2 has a dam height of 40 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-Washington Creek Site-2 last inspected?
SCS-Washington Creek Site-2 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.