Big Cedar Creek
Key Takeaway
Big Cedar Creek is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 55 ft (taller than 96.4% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 815 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 91 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02303 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
USDA FS
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Big Cedar Creek?
Big Cedar Creek 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 Big Cedar Creek?
Big Cedar Creek is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big Cedar Creek built?
Big Cedar Creek was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Big Cedar Creek?
Big Cedar Creek serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Big Cedar Creek?
Big Cedar Creek has a dam height of 55 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 Big Cedar Creek last inspected?
Big Cedar Creek was last inspected on January 26, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.