Blue Stem HOA
Key Takeaway
Blue Stem HOA is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 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 | 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 355 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Max Discharge | 5,700 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02412 |
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
BLUESTEM LAKE HOA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blue Stem HOA?
Blue Stem HOA 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 Blue Stem HOA?
Blue Stem HOA is owned by BLUESTEM LAKE HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blue Stem HOA built?
Blue Stem HOA was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Blue Stem HOA?
Blue Stem HOA 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 Blue Stem HOA?
Blue Stem HOA has a dam height of 23 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 Blue Stem HOA last inspected?
Blue Stem HOA was last inspected on December 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.