Charlotte
Key Takeaway
Charlotte is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1924 and is 102 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,075 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 948 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 69 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1924 (102 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11041 |
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 SHIDLER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Charlotte?
Charlotte 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 Charlotte?
Charlotte is owned by CITY OF SHIDLER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charlotte built?
Charlotte was completed in 1924, making it 102 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 Charlotte?
Charlotte 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 Charlotte?
Charlotte has a dam height of 45 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 Charlotte last inspected?
Charlotte was last inspected on October 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.