Bomer
Key Takeaway
Bomer is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02544 |
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
JAMES VAILS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bomer?
Bomer 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 Bomer?
Bomer is owned by JAMES VAILS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bomer built?
Bomer was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Bomer?
Bomer 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 Bomer?
Bomer has a dam height of 28 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 Bomer last inspected?
Bomer was last inspected on December 20, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.