Robertson Dam

LONG CREEK· Beckham, Oklahoma· Built 1980· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Robertson Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 63% in OK)
Dam Length575 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage123 acre-ft
Normal Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDOK21345

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: November 30, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

CLARK EUGENE & LAGAYLA BENTON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Robertson Dam?

Robertson 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 Robertson Dam?

Robertson Dam is owned by CLARK EUGENE & LAGAYLA BENTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Robertson Dam built?

Robertson Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Robertson Dam?

Robertson Dam 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 Robertson Dam?

Robertson Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Robertson Dam last inspected?

Robertson Dam was last inspected on November 30, 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.