Atoka County Lake

POTAPO CREEK· Murray, Oklahoma· Built 1965· Earth· 46 ft tall
Unknown Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Atoka County Lake is classified as unknown in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 46 ft (taller than 92% in OK)
Dam Length440 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.4K acre-ft
Surface Area61 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge2,100 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDOK00117

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 20, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Atoka County Lake?

Atoka County Lake is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Atoka County Lake?

Atoka County Lake is owned by DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Atoka County Lake built?

Atoka County Lake 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 Atoka County Lake?

Atoka County Lake 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 Atoka County Lake?

Atoka County Lake has a dam height of 46 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 Atoka County Lake last inspected?

Atoka County Lake was last inspected on April 20, 2004. 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.