SCS-Criner Creek Site-002

NORTH CRINER CREEK· McClain, Oklahoma· Built 1959· Earth· 36 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

SCS-Criner Creek Site-002 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 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 36 ft (taller than 76.9% in OK)
Dam Length1,401 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage116 acre-ft
Surface Area29 acres
Drainage Area4 sq mi
Max Discharge1,820 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDOK00328

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: October 31, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

MCCLAIN CO CONS DIST

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of SCS-Criner Creek Site-002?

SCS-Criner Creek Site-002 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-Criner Creek Site-002?

SCS-Criner Creek Site-002 is owned by MCCLAIN CO CONS DIST (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was SCS-Criner Creek Site-002 built?

SCS-Criner Creek Site-002 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 SCS-Criner Creek Site-002?

SCS-Criner Creek Site-002 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is SCS-Criner Creek Site-002?

SCS-Criner Creek Site-002 has a dam height of 36 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-Criner Creek Site-002 last inspected?

SCS-Criner Creek Site-002 was last inspected on October 31, 2011. 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.