Carter Jim
Key Takeaway
Carter Jim is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 51.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 710 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21562 |
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
THELMA & KENNETH L WEHUNT AND DANIELLE GIBSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carter Jim?
Carter Jim 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 Carter Jim?
Carter Jim is owned by THELMA & KENNETH L WEHUNT AND DANIELLE GIBSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carter Jim built?
Carter Jim was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Carter Jim?
Carter Jim 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 Carter Jim?
Carter Jim has a dam height of 29 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 Carter Jim last inspected?
Carter Jim was last inspected on August 23, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.