Oklahoma School Land

TURKEY CREEK· Kay, Oklahoma· Built 1940· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Other State Government

Key Takeaway

Oklahoma School Land is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage75 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Max Discharge1,400 cfs
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDOK13113

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 18, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

OKLAHOMA SCHOOL LAND

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oklahoma School Land?

Oklahoma School Land 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 Oklahoma School Land?

Oklahoma School Land is owned by OKLAHOMA SCHOOL LAND (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Oklahoma School Land built?

Oklahoma School Land was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Oklahoma School Land?

Oklahoma School Land 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 Oklahoma School Land?

Oklahoma School Land 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 Oklahoma School Land last inspected?

Oklahoma School Land was last inspected on May 18, 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.