Broadwater John R.
Key Takeaway
Broadwater John R. is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 38.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 103 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 862 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21603 |
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
JOHN R BROADWATER INSURANCE TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Broadwater John R.?
Broadwater John R. 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 Broadwater John R.?
Broadwater John R. is owned by JOHN R BROADWATER INSURANCE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Broadwater John R. built?
Broadwater John R. was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Broadwater John R.?
Broadwater John R. 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 Broadwater John R.?
Broadwater John R. has a dam height of 26 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 Broadwater John R. last inspected?
Broadwater John R. was last inspected on December 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.