Chiles Chester
Key Takeaway
Chiles Chester is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,980 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13207 |
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
WILLIAM CHESTER CHILES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chiles Chester?
Chiles Chester 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 Chiles Chester?
Chiles Chester is owned by WILLIAM CHESTER CHILES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chiles Chester built?
Chiles Chester was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Chiles Chester?
Chiles Chester 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 Chiles Chester?
Chiles Chester has a dam height of 30 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 Chiles Chester last inspected?
Chiles Chester was last inspected on August 19, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.