L. G. Ruckman & Etux

WASHITA RIVER· Caddo, Oklahoma· Built 1990· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

L. G. Ruckman & Etux is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK)
Dam Length565 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage7 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge465 cfs
Year Completed1990 (36 years old)
NID IDOK22208

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: September 9, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

TERRY AND BARBARA LIERIE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of L. G. Ruckman & Etux?

L. G. Ruckman & Etux 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 L. G. Ruckman & Etux?

L. G. Ruckman & Etux is owned by TERRY AND BARBARA LIERIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was L. G. Ruckman & Etux built?

L. G. Ruckman & Etux was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 L. G. Ruckman & Etux?

L. G. Ruckman & Etux 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 L. G. Ruckman & Etux?

L. G. Ruckman & Etux has a dam height of 28 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 L. G. Ruckman & Etux last inspected?

L. G. Ruckman & Etux was last inspected on September 9, 2010. 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.