SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-099
Key Takeaway
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-099 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 65.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Max Discharge | 616 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00285 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GARVIN CO CONS DIST
State Government
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Significant Hazard 33 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-099?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-099 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. 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-099?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-099 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-099 built?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-099 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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-099?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-099 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-099?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-099 has a dam height of 32 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-099 last inspected?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-099 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.