Blue Stem HOA

SPRING CREEK· Oklahoma, Oklahoma· Built 1925· Earth· 23 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage355 acre-ft
Normal Storage175 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Max Discharge5,700 cfs
Year Completed1925 (101 years old)
NID IDOK02412

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: December 12, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

BLUESTEM LAKE HOA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.