Casteel Lake
Key Takeaway
Casteel Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 940 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,835 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00057 |
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
PAUL CASTEEL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Casteel Lake?
Casteel Lake 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 Casteel Lake?
Casteel Lake is owned by PAUL CASTEEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Casteel Lake built?
Casteel Lake was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Casteel Lake?
Casteel Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Casteel Lake?
Casteel Lake has a dam height of 22 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 Casteel Lake last inspected?
Casteel Lake was last inspected on October 27, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.