SCS-Winter Creek Site-20
Key Takeaway
SCS-Winter Creek Site-20 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 93.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,517 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00234 |
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
GRADY CO CONS DIST
State Government
Nearby Dams
SCS-Winter Creek Site-14
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Low Hazard 35 ftSCS-Winter Creek Site-17
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Low Hazard 40 ftSCS-Winter Creek Site-21
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Low Hazard 36 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of SCS-Winter Creek Site-20?
SCS-Winter Creek Site-20 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-Winter Creek Site-20?
SCS-Winter Creek Site-20 is owned by GRADY CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was SCS-Winter Creek Site-20 built?
SCS-Winter Creek Site-20 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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-Winter Creek Site-20?
SCS-Winter Creek Site-20 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-Winter Creek Site-20?
SCS-Winter Creek Site-20 has a dam height of 48 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-Winter Creek Site-20 last inspected?
SCS-Winter Creek Site-20 was last inspected on January 1, 1980. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.