Burnham No. 4
Key Takeaway
Burnham No. 4 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 246 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Max Discharge | 4,465 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10035 |
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
NELLIE BURNHAM TRUST C/O GENE BURNHAM
Private
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Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Burnham No. 4?
Burnham No. 4 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 Burnham No. 4?
Burnham No. 4 is owned by NELLIE BURNHAM TRUST C/O GENE BURNHAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burnham No. 4 built?
Burnham No. 4 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Burnham No. 4?
Burnham No. 4 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 Burnham No. 4?
Burnham No. 4 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 Burnham No. 4 last inspected?
Burnham No. 4 was last inspected on October 14, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.