Dry Creek 22

DEEP FORK CANADIAN RIVER· Lincoln, Oklahoma· Built 1995· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Dry Creek 22 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK)
Dam Length610 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage285 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge200 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDOK00484

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 31, 2011
State Regulated: No

Ownership

LINCOLN COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dry Creek 22?

Dry Creek 22 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 Dry Creek 22?

Dry Creek 22 is owned by LINCOLN COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Dry Creek 22 built?

Dry Creek 22 was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Dry Creek 22?

Dry Creek 22 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Dry Creek 22?

Dry Creek 22 has a dam height of 22 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 Dry Creek 22 last inspected?

Dry Creek 22 was last inspected on December 31, 2011. 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.