Ada City Lake
Key Takeaway
Ada City Lake is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 65.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 595 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 339 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,015 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1907 (119 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11028 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF ADA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ada City Lake?
Ada City Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ada City Lake?
Ada City Lake is owned by CITY OF ADA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ada City Lake built?
Ada City Lake was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Ada City Lake?
Ada City Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ada City Lake?
Ada City Lake has a dam height of 32 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 Ada City Lake last inspected?
Ada City Lake was last inspected on August 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.