Caldwell Harold
Key Takeaway
Caldwell Harold is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21913 |
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
HAROLD CALDWELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Caldwell Harold?
Caldwell Harold 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 Caldwell Harold?
Caldwell Harold is owned by HAROLD CALDWELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Caldwell Harold built?
Caldwell Harold was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Caldwell Harold?
Caldwell Harold 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 Caldwell Harold?
Caldwell Harold 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 Caldwell Harold last inspected?
Caldwell Harold was last inspected on September 13, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.