Crain Kermit

TRIB TO KICKAPOO CREEK· Caddo, Oklahoma· Built 1983· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Crain Kermit is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDOK22018

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 9, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

CRAIN FARMS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crain Kermit?

Crain Kermit 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 Crain Kermit?

Crain Kermit is owned by CRAIN FARMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Crain Kermit built?

Crain Kermit was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Crain Kermit?

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

How tall is Crain Kermit?

Crain Kermit has a dam height of 20 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 Crain Kermit last inspected?

Crain Kermit was last inspected on September 9, 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.