Twin Eagles Ranch

UNNAMED TRIB TO WASHITA· Murray, Oklahoma· Built 2006· Earth· 60 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Twin Eagles Ranch is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 60 ft (taller than 97.4% in OK)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage775 acre-ft
Normal Storage625 acre-ft
Surface Area2,500 acres
Drainage Area1,450 sq mi
Max Discharge35 cfs
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDOK30111

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 26, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

JIM HOUSTON & NEAL C SMALL PARTNERS LTD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Twin Eagles Ranch?

Twin Eagles Ranch 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 Twin Eagles Ranch?

Twin Eagles Ranch is owned by JIM HOUSTON & NEAL C SMALL PARTNERS LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Twin Eagles Ranch built?

Twin Eagles Ranch was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Twin Eagles Ranch?

Twin Eagles Ranch serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Twin Eagles Ranch?

Twin Eagles Ranch has a dam height of 60 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 Twin Eagles Ranch last inspected?

Twin Eagles Ranch was last inspected on August 26, 2015. 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.