SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-024
Key Takeaway
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-024 is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 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 | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 795 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,726 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01190 |
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
STEPHENS CO CONS DIST
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-024?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-024 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-024?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-024 is owned by STEPHENS CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-024 built?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-024 was completed in 1958, making it 68 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-024?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-024 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-024?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-024 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-Wildhorse Creek Site-024 last inspected?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-024 was last inspected on October 5, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.