Mcadams T.R.

TR-WEST FORK SANDY CREEK· Creek, Oklahoma· Built 1960· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mcadams T.R. is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Max Discharge1,700 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDOK12688

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: August 29, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

CITY OF BRISTOW

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcadams T.R.?

Mcadams T.R. 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 Mcadams T.R.?

Mcadams T.R. is owned by CITY OF BRISTOW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mcadams T.R. built?

Mcadams T.R. was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Mcadams T.R.?

Mcadams T.R. serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mcadams T.R.?

Mcadams T.R. has a dam height of 30 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 Mcadams T.R. last inspected?

Mcadams T.R. was last inspected on August 29, 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.