Mccarley Lake

TR-EASTMAN CR· Bryan, Oklahoma· Built 1969· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Mccarley Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK)
Dam Length1,125 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Max Discharge438 cfs
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDOK00035

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: May 6, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

JERRY CORTEZ STANDIFER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mccarley Lake?

Mccarley Lake 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 Mccarley Lake?

Mccarley Lake is owned by JERRY CORTEZ STANDIFER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mccarley Lake built?

Mccarley Lake was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Mccarley Lake?

Mccarley Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mccarley Lake?

Mccarley Lake has a dam height of 25 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 Mccarley Lake last inspected?

Mccarley Lake was last inspected on May 6, 2004. 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.