Hilseweck W.J. & Helen

BIG WILDHORSE CR· Creek, Oklahoma· Built 1980· Earth· 60 ft tall
Unknown Other Private

Key Takeaway

Hilseweck W.J. & Helen is classified as unknown in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 60 ft (taller than 97.4% in OK)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage3.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.6K acre-ft
Surface Area96 acres
Drainage Area3,200 sq mi
Max Discharge23,441 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDOK21623

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 16, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

W J & HELEN HILSEWECK

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hilseweck W.J. & Helen?

Hilseweck W.J. & Helen is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hilseweck W.J. & Helen?

Hilseweck W.J. & Helen is owned by W J & HELEN HILSEWECK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hilseweck W.J. & Helen built?

Hilseweck W.J. & Helen was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Hilseweck W.J. & Helen?

Hilseweck W.J. & Helen 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 Hilseweck W.J. & Helen?

Hilseweck W.J. & Helen has a dam height of 60 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 Hilseweck W.J. & Helen last inspected?

Hilseweck W.J. & Helen was last inspected on August 16, 2006. 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.