SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-007
Key Takeaway
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-007 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 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 | 43 ft (taller than 88.8% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 980 ft |
| Max Storage | 587 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 940 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10703 |
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
MURRAY CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-007?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-007 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-Wildhorse Creek Site-007?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-007 is owned by MURRAY CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-007 built?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-007 was completed in 1949, making it 77 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-Wildhorse Creek Site-007?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-007 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-Wildhorse Creek Site-007?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-007 has a dam height of 43 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-Wildhorse Creek Site-007 last inspected?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-007 was last inspected on October 17, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.