SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2

COON CREEK· Coal, Oklahoma· Built 1965· Earth· 53 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply State Government

Key Takeaway

SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 53 ft (taller than 95.7% in OK)
Dam Length1,180 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage16.4K acre-ft
Normal Storage3.9K acre-ft
Surface Area406 acres
Drainage Area14 sq mi
Max Discharge29,962 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDOK01507

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 17, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

COAL COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2?

SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2 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 SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2?

SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2 is owned by COAL COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2 built?

SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2?

SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2 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 SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2?

SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2 has a dam height of 53 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 SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2 last inspected?

SCS-Caney Coon Creek Site-2 was last inspected on June 17, 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.