Deer Lake
Key Takeaway
Deer Lake is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11112 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SUNSET LAKE ESTATES INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deer Lake?
Deer Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Deer Lake?
Deer Lake is owned by SUNSET LAKE ESTATES INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deer Lake built?
Deer Lake was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Lake?
Deer Lake 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 Deer Lake?
Deer Lake 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 Deer Lake last inspected?
Deer Lake was last inspected on August 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.