Willow Creek Dam

WILLOW CREEK· Sequoyah, Oklahoma· Earth· 41 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Willow Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 41 ft (taller than 86.7% in OK)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge160 cfs
NID IDOK30277

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: December 3, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

BUIE FARMS INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Willow Creek Dam?

Willow Creek Dam 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 Willow Creek Dam?

Willow Creek Dam is owned by BUIE FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Willow Creek Dam?

Willow Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Willow Creek Dam?

Willow Creek Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Willow Creek Dam last inspected?

Willow Creek Dam was last inspected on December 3, 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.