Callison
Key Takeaway
Callison is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 38.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 930 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13191 |
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
MATT LYONS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Callison?
Callison 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 Callison?
Callison is owned by MATT LYONS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Callison built?
Callison was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Callison?
Callison 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 Callison?
Callison has a dam height of 26 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 Callison last inspected?
Callison was last inspected on August 7, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.