SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-010
Key Takeaway
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-010 is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 499 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Max Discharge | 5,650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10685 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARBUCKLE CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-010?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-010 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. 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-010?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-010 is owned by ARBUCKLE CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-010 built?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-010 was completed in 1963, making it 63 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-010?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-010 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-010?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-010 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-Wildhorse Creek Site-010 last inspected?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-010 was last inspected on September 19, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.