Weger Dam #1

Sandy Creek· Bryan, Oklahoma· 30 ft tall

High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Weger Dam #1 is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is irrigation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK)
Dam Length	1,000 ft
Max Storage	544 acre-ft
Normal Storage	229 acre-ft

Surface Area	33 acres
Drainage Area	2 sq mi
Max Discharge	6,395 cfs
NID ID	OK30579

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: December 15, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

Lacey & Diana Weger

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Weger Dam #1?

Weger Dam #1 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Weger Dam #1?

Weger Dam #1 is owned by Lacey & Diana Weger (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Weger Dam #1?

Weger Dam #1 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 Weger Dam #1?

Weger Dam #1 has a dam height of 30 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 Weger Dam #1 last inspected?

Weger Dam #1 was last inspected on December 15, 2022. 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.