Britton Glen
Key Takeaway
Britton Glen 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 Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22009 |
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
GLEN F BRITTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Britton Glen?
Britton Glen 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 Britton Glen?
Britton Glen is owned by GLEN F BRITTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Britton Glen built?
Britton Glen 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 Britton Glen?
Britton Glen 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 Britton Glen?
Britton Glen 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 Britton Glen last inspected?
Britton Glen was last inspected on July 25, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.