Trout Edwin M

TR-CANADIAN RIVER· McClain, Oklahoma· Built 1956· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Trout Edwin M is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 38.9% in OK)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Max Discharge1,604 cfs
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDOK12445

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: July 24, 2005
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

EDDIE D & TRACY A LAW

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trout Edwin M?

Trout Edwin M 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 Trout Edwin M?

Trout Edwin M is owned by EDDIE D & TRACY A LAW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Trout Edwin M built?

Trout Edwin M was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Trout Edwin M?

Trout Edwin M 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 Trout Edwin M?

Trout Edwin M 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.

When was Trout Edwin M last inspected?

Trout Edwin M was last inspected on July 24, 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.