Sallisaw
Key Takeaway
Sallisaw is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,534 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21208 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
CITY OF SALLISAW
Local Government
Nearby Dams
SCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-32
Sequoyah, OK
High Hazard 38 ftSCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-34
Sequoyah, OK
High Hazard 30 ftSCS-Sallisaw Creek Site -33
Sequoyah, OK
High Hazard 58 ftSCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-04
Sequoyah, OK
Low Hazard 29 ftSallisaw Park Lake
Sequoyah, OK
Low Hazard 20 ftSCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-29
Sequoyah, OK
High Hazard 62 ftSCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-01
Sequoyah, OK
Low Hazard 23 ftSCS-Sallisaw Creek Site-39
Sequoyah, OK
Low Hazard 24 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Sallisaw?
Sallisaw 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 Sallisaw?
Sallisaw is owned by CITY OF SALLISAW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sallisaw built?
Sallisaw was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Sallisaw?
Sallisaw serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sallisaw?
Sallisaw has a dam height of 28 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 Sallisaw last inspected?
Sallisaw was last inspected on December 3, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.