Arbuckle Dike 2

ROCK CREEK· Murray, Oklahoma· Built 1966· Gravity· 15 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Arbuckle Dike 2 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK)
Dam Length90 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage226.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage108.8K acre-ft
Surface Area3,127 acres
Drainage Area131 sq mi
Max Discharge3,410 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDOK82907

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: April 28, 1992
State Regulated: No

Ownership

DOI BR

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arbuckle Dike 2?

Arbuckle Dike 2 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Arbuckle Dike 2?

Arbuckle Dike 2 is owned by DOI BR (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Arbuckle Dike 2 built?

Arbuckle Dike 2 was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Arbuckle Dike 2?

Arbuckle Dike 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Arbuckle Dike 2?

Arbuckle Dike 2 has a dam height of 15 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 Arbuckle Dike 2 last inspected?

Arbuckle Dike 2 was last inspected on April 28, 1992. 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.