Boynton

TRIBUTARY TO CLOUD CREEK· Muskogee, Oklahoma· Built 1967· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Boynton is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 7.5% in OK)
Dam Length1,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage530 acre-ft
Normal Storage260 acre-ft
Surface Area33 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,610 cfs
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDOK20974

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
Last Inspection: March 4, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

BOYNTON PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boynton?

Boynton 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 Boynton?

Boynton is owned by BOYNTON PUBLIC WORKS AUTHORITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Boynton built?

Boynton was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Boynton?

Boynton serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Boynton?

Boynton has a dam height of 18 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 Boynton last inspected?

Boynton was last inspected on March 4, 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.