Deer Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Deer Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 65.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 182 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30280 |
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
BASIL SAVAGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deer Creek Dam?
Deer Creek 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 Deer Creek Dam?
Deer Creek Dam is owned by BASIL SAVAGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deer Creek Dam built?
Deer Creek Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Deer Creek Dam?
Deer Creek Dam 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 Deer Creek Dam?
Deer Creek Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Deer Creek Dam last inspected?
Deer Creek Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.