Skiatook Dam

HOMINY CREEK· Osage, Oklahoma· Built 1984· Earth· 143 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Water Supply Federal Government

Physical Details

Dam Height 143 ft (taller than 99.8% in OK)
Dam Length3,590 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage893.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage331.2K acre-ft
Surface Area10,540 acres
Drainage Area354 sq mi
Max Discharge21,700 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDOK22200

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: September 5, 2023
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USACE - Tulsa District

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Skiatook Dam?

Skiatook Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Who owns Skiatook Dam?

Skiatook Dam is owned by USACE - Tulsa District (Federal Government).

When was Skiatook Dam last inspected?

Skiatook Dam was last inspected on September 5, 2023.

When was Skiatook Dam built?

Skiatook Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 years old.

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.