International Metal Company

POLECAT CREEK· Creek, Oklahoma· Built 1984· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

International Metal Company is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK)
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDOK00119

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

CARSON & YOCHAM LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of International Metal Company?

International Metal Company 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 International Metal Company?

International Metal Company is owned by CARSON & YOCHAM LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was International Metal Company built?

International Metal Company was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 International Metal Company?

International Metal Company 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 International Metal Company?

International Metal Company 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.

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.