Barby No 5
Key Takeaway
Barby No 5 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 65.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 541 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Max Discharge | 890 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00126 |
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
MARIE BARBY EDWARD J MINARS
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Barby No 5?
Barby No 5 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 Barby No 5?
Barby No 5 is owned by MARIE BARBY EDWARD J MINARS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barby No 5 built?
Barby No 5 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Barby No 5?
Barby No 5 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 Barby No 5?
Barby No 5 has a dam height of 32 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 Barby No 5 last inspected?
Barby No 5 was last inspected on July 14, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.