SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-123
Key Takeaway
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-123 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 266 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Max Discharge | 480 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21541 |
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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High Hazard 26 ftSCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-124
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High Hazard 24 ftSCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-059
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Low Hazard 28 ftSCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-056
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Low Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-123?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-123 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-123?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-123 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-123 built?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-123 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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-123?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-123 serves the following purposes: Recreation. 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-123?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-123 has a dam height of 24 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-123 last inspected?
SCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-123 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.