Bohl J.W.
Key Takeaway
Bohl J.W. is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10011 |
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
BOHL J. W.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bohl J.W.?
Bohl J.W. 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 Bohl J.W.?
Bohl J.W. is owned by BOHL J. W. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bohl J.W. built?
Bohl J.W. was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Bohl J.W.?
Bohl J.W. 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 Bohl J.W.?
Bohl J.W. has a dam height of 20 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 Bohl J.W. last inspected?
Bohl J.W. was last inspected on August 2, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.