SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-10
Key Takeaway
SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-10 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 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 | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 458 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,230 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00026 |
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
BECKHAM CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-10?
SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-10 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-Whiteshield Creek Site-10?
SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-10 is owned by BECKHAM CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-10 built?
SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-10 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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-Whiteshield Creek Site-10?
SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-10 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-Whiteshield Creek Site-10?
SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-10 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-Whiteshield Creek Site-10 last inspected?
SCS-Whiteshield Creek Site-10 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.