Hopper Bill

TR-BRUSHY CREEK· Pittsburg, Oklahoma· Built 1950· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Hopper Bill is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 6% in OK)
Dam Length840 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge15,190 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDOK21083

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: June 7, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

HOPPER RANCH LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hopper Bill?

Hopper Bill 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 Hopper Bill?

Hopper Bill is owned by HOPPER RANCH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hopper Bill built?

Hopper Bill was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Hopper Bill?

Hopper Bill 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 Hopper Bill?

Hopper Bill has a dam height of 17 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 Hopper Bill last inspected?

Hopper Bill was last inspected on June 7, 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.