Oknoname 22291

BIRDS NEST CREEK· Kay, Oklahoma· Built 1999· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Oknoname 22291 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 6% in OK)
Dam Length882 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area120 sq mi
Max Discharge27 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDOK22291

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, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

RIVER ROAD FARMS INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oknoname 22291?

Oknoname 22291 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 Oknoname 22291?

Oknoname 22291 is owned by RIVER ROAD FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Oknoname 22291 built?

Oknoname 22291 was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Oknoname 22291?

Oknoname 22291 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 Oknoname 22291?

Oknoname 22291 has a dam height of 17 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 Oknoname 22291 last inspected?

Oknoname 22291 was last inspected on May 18, 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.