Borders Rw
Key Takeaway
Borders Rw is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 930 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13129 |
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
SHAWN & SHANNON WOFFORD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Borders Rw?
Borders Rw 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 Borders Rw?
Borders Rw is owned by SHAWN & SHANNON WOFFORD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Borders Rw built?
Borders Rw was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Borders Rw?
Borders Rw serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Borders Rw?
Borders Rw has a dam height of 25 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 Borders Rw last inspected?
Borders Rw was last inspected on August 9, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.