Miller Dam

WEST RED BLUFF CREEK· Ellis, Oklahoma· Built 1998· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Miller Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK)
Dam Length900 ft
Max Storage210 acre-ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Drainage Area13 sq mi
Max Discharge150 cfs
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDOK30267

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: December 14, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

EDDIE AND SUSAN MILLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Miller Dam?

Miller Dam 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 Miller Dam?

Miller Dam is owned by EDDIE AND SUSAN MILLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Miller Dam built?

Miller Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Miller Dam?

Miller Dam 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 Miller Dam?

Miller Dam 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.

When was Miller Dam last inspected?

Miller Dam was last inspected on December 14, 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.