Stidham #3

Dewey, Oklahoma· Built 1971· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Stidham #3 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 38.9% in OK)
Dam Length218 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage30 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDOK83733

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
State Regulated: No

Ownership

EARL STIDHAM

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stidham #3?

Stidham #3 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 Stidham #3?

Stidham #3 is owned by EARL STIDHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stidham #3 built?

Stidham #3 was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Stidham #3?

Stidham #3 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Stidham #3?

Stidham #3 has a dam height of 26 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.

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.