American Horse Lake
Key Takeaway
American Horse Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 75 ft (taller than 98.8% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Max Discharge | 5,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00114 |
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
DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
State Government
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Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of American Horse Lake?
American Horse Lake 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 American Horse Lake?
American Horse Lake is owned by DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was American Horse Lake built?
American Horse Lake was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 American Horse Lake?
American Horse 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 American Horse Lake?
American Horse Lake has a dam height of 75 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 American Horse Lake last inspected?
American Horse Lake was last inspected on October 11, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.