Chisum Pond
Key Takeaway
Chisum Pond is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 608 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 790 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21547 |
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
CORA S MERKLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chisum Pond?
Chisum Pond 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 Chisum Pond?
Chisum Pond is owned by CORA S MERKLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chisum Pond built?
Chisum Pond was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Chisum Pond?
Chisum Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chisum Pond?
Chisum Pond 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 Chisum Pond last inspected?
Chisum Pond was last inspected on May 20, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.