Caddo Dam

HEADQUARTERS CREEK· Comanche, Oklahoma· Built 1930· Concrete· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Caddo Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK)
Dam Length138 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage117 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge932 cfs
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDOK02510

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: September 29, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Caddo Dam?

Caddo Dam 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 Caddo Dam?

Caddo Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Caddo Dam built?

Caddo Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Caddo Dam?

Caddo Dam serves the following purposes: 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 Caddo Dam?

Caddo Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Caddo Dam last inspected?

Caddo Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2015. 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.