SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-098

TR-HONEY CREEK· Garvin, Oklahoma· Built 1967· Earth· 40 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-098 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 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 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK)
Dam Length1,240 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage298 acre-ft
Normal Storage74 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,509 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDOK00286

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 4, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

GARVIN CO CONS DIST

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-098?

SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-098 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-098?

SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-098 is owned by GARVIN CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-098 built?

SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-098 was completed in 1967, making it 59 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-098?

SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-098 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-098?

SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-098 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-098 last inspected?

SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-098 was last inspected on April 4, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.