Anderson Lake
Key Takeaway
Anderson Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 7.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 915 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 4,836 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00059 |
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
GERALD C AND MARILYN J. ANDERSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Anderson Lake?
Anderson 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 Anderson Lake?
Anderson Lake is owned by GERALD C AND MARILYN J. ANDERSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Anderson Lake built?
Anderson Lake was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Anderson Lake?
Anderson Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Anderson Lake?
Anderson Lake has a dam height of 18 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 Anderson Lake last inspected?
Anderson Lake was last inspected on August 14, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.