Cedar Creek Ranch
Key Takeaway
Cedar Creek Ranch is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21384 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
JACKUELINE H WELSH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cedar Creek Ranch?
Cedar Creek Ranch 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 Cedar Creek Ranch?
Cedar Creek Ranch is owned by JACKUELINE H WELSH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cedar Creek Ranch built?
Cedar Creek Ranch 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 Cedar Creek Ranch?
Cedar Creek Ranch 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 Cedar Creek Ranch?
Cedar Creek Ranch has a dam height of 15 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 Cedar Creek Ranch last inspected?
Cedar Creek Ranch was last inspected on April 20, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.