Carousel Concourse Detention Pond
Key Takeaway
Carousel Concourse Detention Pond is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 0.2% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 277 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30266 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF BROKEN ARROW
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Carousel Concourse Detention Pond?
Carousel Concourse Detention Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Carousel Concourse Detention Pond?
Carousel Concourse Detention Pond is owned by CITY OF BROKEN ARROW (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carousel Concourse Detention Pond built?
Carousel Concourse Detention Pond was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Carousel Concourse Detention Pond?
Carousel Concourse Detention Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carousel Concourse Detention Pond?
Carousel Concourse Detention Pond has a dam height of 10 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 Carousel Concourse Detention Pond last inspected?
Carousel Concourse Detention Pond was last inspected on December 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.