Broken Bow City Lake
Key Takeaway
Broken Bow City Lake is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 284 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 563 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,653 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11086 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
GAIL & EDDIE ALLEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Broken Bow City Lake?
Broken Bow City Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Broken Bow City Lake?
Broken Bow City Lake is owned by GAIL & EDDIE ALLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Broken Bow City Lake built?
Broken Bow City Lake was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Broken Bow City Lake?
Broken Bow City Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Broken Bow City Lake?
Broken Bow City Lake has a dam height of 30 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 Broken Bow City Lake last inspected?
Broken Bow City Lake was last inspected on December 30, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.