Acker Eric
Key Takeaway
Acker Eric is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13122 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
STAFFORD FAMILY LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Acker Eric?
Acker Eric 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 Acker Eric?
Acker Eric is owned by STAFFORD FAMILY LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Acker Eric built?
Acker Eric was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Acker Eric?
Acker Eric serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Acker Eric?
Acker Eric has a dam height of 20 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 Acker Eric last inspected?
Acker Eric was last inspected on August 9, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.