Baker
Key Takeaway
Baker is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 43% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,470 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21012 |
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
CYNTHIA ANN GLEAVES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Baker?
Baker 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 Baker?
Baker is owned by CYNTHIA ANN GLEAVES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baker built?
Baker was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Baker?
Baker 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 Baker?
Baker has a dam height of 27 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 Baker last inspected?
Baker was last inspected on November 29, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.