Clear Creek

TR-ILLINOIS RIV· Delaware, Oklahoma· Built 1975· Earth· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Clear Creek is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK)
Dam Length268 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage178 acre-ft
Normal Storage125 acre-ft
Max Discharge475 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDOK11031

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: December 2, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

FLINT RIDGE POA INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clear Creek?

Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek?

Clear Creek is owned by FLINT RIDGE POA INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Clear Creek built?

Clear Creek was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Clear Creek?

Clear Creek 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 Clear Creek?

Clear Creek has a dam height of 40 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 Clear Creek last inspected?

Clear Creek was last inspected on December 2, 2010. 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.