SCS-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2
Key Takeaway
SCS-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2 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 | 31 ft (taller than 63% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 948 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 395 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 375 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,157 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02065 |
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
VALLIANT CONSERVATION DISTRICT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2?
SCS-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2 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-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2?
SCS-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2 is owned by VALLIANT CONSERVATION DISTRICT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2 built?
SCS-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2 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-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2?
SCS-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2 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-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2?
SCS-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2 has a dam height of 31 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-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2 last inspected?
SCS-Whitegrass-Waterhole Creek Site-2 was last inspected on October 24, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.