Adams
Key Takeaway
Adams is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 63 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13017 |
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
FARM RESERVE INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Adams?
Adams 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 Adams?
Adams is owned by FARM RESERVE INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Adams built?
Adams was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Adams?
Adams serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Adams?
Adams 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 Adams last inspected?
Adams was last inspected on September 12, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.