Bingham

TR-CHIMNEY CREEK· Woodward, Oklahoma· Built 1960· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Bingham is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK)
Dam Length340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage26 acre-ft
Max Discharge2,700 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDOK20906

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 14, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

TODD AND MARSHA PEACH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bingham?

Bingham 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 Bingham?

Bingham is owned by TODD AND MARSHA PEACH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bingham built?

Bingham was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Bingham?

Bingham 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 Bingham?

Bingham has a dam height of 23 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 Bingham last inspected?

Bingham was last inspected on October 14, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.