Brushy
Key Takeaway
Brushy is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Max Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 58 cfs |
| NID ID | OK30574 |
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
Brushy Lake LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brushy?
Brushy 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 Brushy?
Brushy is owned by Brushy Lake LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Brushy?
Brushy serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Brushy?
Brushy has a dam height of 22 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.