Stienmetz

CACHE· Caddo, Oklahoma· Built 2005· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Stienmetz is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK)
Dam Length840 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage158 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area930 sq mi
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDOK30188

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: September 10, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

TOM AND LANITA STEINMETZ

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stienmetz?

Stienmetz 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 Stienmetz?

Stienmetz is owned by TOM AND LANITA STEINMETZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stienmetz built?

Stienmetz 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 Stienmetz?

Stienmetz 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 Stienmetz?

Stienmetz has a dam height of 25 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 Stienmetz last inspected?

Stienmetz was last inspected on September 10, 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.