Mill Creek Pond
Key Takeaway
Mill Creek Pond is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12627 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
MILL CREEK POND HOA C/O JOHN URBIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mill Creek Pond?
Mill Creek Pond 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 Mill Creek Pond?
Mill Creek Pond is owned by MILL CREEK POND HOA C/O JOHN URBIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Creek Pond built?
Mill Creek Pond was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Mill Creek Pond?
Mill Creek Pond 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 Mill Creek Pond?
Mill Creek Pond 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 Mill Creek Pond last inspected?
Mill Creek Pond was last inspected on December 15, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.