Aspen Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Aspen Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 0.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | OK83015 |
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
CITY OF BROKEN ARROW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Aspen Pond Dam?
Aspen Pond Dam 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 Aspen Pond Dam?
Aspen Pond Dam is owned by CITY OF BROKEN ARROW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Aspen Pond Dam?
Aspen Pond Dam 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 Aspen Pond Dam?
Aspen Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Aspen Pond Dam last inspected?
Aspen Pond Dam was last inspected on December 15, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.