Steer Arlan

TR-CANADIAN RIV· Dewey, Oklahoma· Built 1985· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Steer Arlan is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 70.5% in OK)
Dam Length229 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage121 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge806 cfs
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDOK00050

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: June 10, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

MAURICE ARLEN STEERS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Steer Arlan?

Steer Arlan 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 Steer Arlan?

Steer Arlan is owned by MAURICE ARLEN STEERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Steer Arlan built?

Steer Arlan was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Steer Arlan?

Steer Arlan 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 Steer Arlan?

Steer Arlan has a dam height of 34 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 Steer Arlan last inspected?

Steer Arlan was last inspected on June 10, 2005. 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.