SCS-Johnny Freeman

RED RIVER· Jackson, Oklahoma· Built 1997· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

SCS-Johnny Freeman is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 4.5% in OK)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area427 sq mi
Max Discharge798 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDOK22254

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: January 1, 1980
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

JOHNNY FREEMAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of SCS-Johnny Freeman?

SCS-Johnny Freeman 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 SCS-Johnny Freeman?

SCS-Johnny Freeman is owned by JOHNNY FREEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was SCS-Johnny Freeman built?

SCS-Johnny Freeman was completed in 1997, making it 29 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-Johnny Freeman?

SCS-Johnny Freeman serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is SCS-Johnny Freeman?

SCS-Johnny Freeman has a dam height of 16 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-Johnny Freeman last inspected?

SCS-Johnny Freeman was last inspected on January 1, 1980. 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.