Baker

BUFFALO CREEK· Harper, Oklahoma· Earth· 25 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Baker is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
NID IDOK83806

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BAKER BROS.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Baker?

Baker 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 Baker?

Baker is owned by BAKER BROS. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Baker?

Baker serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Baker?

Baker has a dam height of 25 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.

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.