SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-33c

TRIBUTARY TO CIMARRON RIVER· Payne, Oklahoma· Built 2005· Earth· 23 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction State Government

Key Takeaway

SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-33c is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 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 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage422 acre-ft
Normal Storage49 acre-ft
Surface Area54 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge3,371 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDOK30014

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 12, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

PAYNE COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-33c?

SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-33c 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-Stillwater Creek Site-33c?

SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-33c is owned by PAYNE COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-33c built?

SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-33c was completed in 2005, making it 21 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-Stillwater Creek Site-33c?

SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-33c 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-Stillwater Creek Site-33c?

SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-33c has a dam height of 23 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-Stillwater Creek Site-33c last inspected?

SCS-Stillwater Creek Site-33c was last inspected on October 12, 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.