Pine Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Pine Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 124 ft (taller than 99.8% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 22,470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 968.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3,750 acres |
| Drainage Area | 635 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 246,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10306 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
USACE - Tulsa District
Federal Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pine Creek Dam?
Pine Creek Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pine Creek Dam?
Pine Creek Dam is owned by USACE - Tulsa District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Creek Dam built?
Pine Creek Dam 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 Pine Creek Dam?
Pine Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pine Creek Dam?
Pine Creek Dam has a dam height of 124 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 Pine Creek Dam last inspected?
Pine Creek Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.