Spitler Lake Estates Dam

TRIB TO BENNETT CREEK· Canadian, Oklahoma· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Spitler Lake Estates Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 63% in OK)
Dam Length309 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage38 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,044 cfs
NID IDOK83012

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: August 19, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

DON ANDERSON PROPERTIES LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spitler Lake Estates Dam?

Spitler Lake Estates Dam 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 Spitler Lake Estates Dam?

Spitler Lake Estates Dam is owned by DON ANDERSON PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Spitler Lake Estates Dam?

Spitler Lake Estates Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Spitler Lake Estates Dam?

Spitler Lake Estates Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Spitler Lake Estates Dam last inspected?

Spitler Lake Estates Dam was last inspected on August 19, 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.