Bohannon
Key Takeaway
Bohannon is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 43% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 410 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10065 |
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
BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bohannon?
Bohannon 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 Bohannon?
Bohannon is owned by BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bohannon built?
Bohannon 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 Bohannon?
Bohannon serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bohannon?
Bohannon 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 Bohannon last inspected?
Bohannon was last inspected on January 14, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.