Adams

W BARNITZ CREEK· Custer, Oklahoma· Built 1960· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Adams is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 43% in OK)
Dam Length150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Max Discharge1,470 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDOK21077

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 25, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

FRANSEN FARMS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Adams?

Adams 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 Adams?

Adams is owned by FRANSEN FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Adams built?

Adams was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Adams?

Adams serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Adams?

Adams has a dam height of 27 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 Adams last inspected?

Adams was last inspected on July 25, 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.