Cypert 209

WOLF CREEK· Canadian, Oklahoma· Built 1965· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Cypert 209 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK)
Dam Length500 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage520 acre-ft
Normal Storage240 acre-ft
Max Discharge70,100 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDOK00469

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: July 19, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

UNKNOWN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cypert 209?

Cypert 209 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 Cypert 209?

Cypert 209 is owned by UNKNOWN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cypert 209 built?

Cypert 209 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Cypert 209?

Cypert 209 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 Cypert 209?

Cypert 209 has a dam height of 35 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 Cypert 209 last inspected?

Cypert 209 was last inspected on July 19, 2005. 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.