Turkey Creek
Key Takeaway
Turkey Creek is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 68.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,666 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Max Discharge | 4,980 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10453 |
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
WASHINGTON COUNTY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Turkey Creek?
Turkey Creek 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 Turkey Creek?
Turkey Creek is owned by WASHINGTON COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turkey Creek built?
Turkey Creek was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Turkey Creek?
Turkey Creek 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 Turkey Creek?
Turkey Creek has a dam height of 33 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 Turkey Creek last inspected?
Turkey Creek was last inspected on April 16, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.