Cales C
Key Takeaway
Cales C is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 744 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13101 |
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
NAOMI R CALES
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cales C?
Cales C 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 Cales C?
Cales C is owned by NAOMI R CALES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cales C built?
Cales C was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Cales C?
Cales C serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cales C?
Cales C 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 Cales C last inspected?
Cales C was last inspected on May 17, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.