Brogan Dam
Key Takeaway
Brogan Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | OK03033 |
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
BAR LAZY B INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brogan Dam?
Brogan Dam 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 Brogan Dam?
Brogan Dam is owned by BAR LAZY B INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brogan Dam built?
Brogan Dam 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 Brogan Dam?
Brogan Dam 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 Brogan Dam?
Brogan Dam has a dam height of 15 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.