Christensen
Key Takeaway
Christensen is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,814 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21072 |
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
EDGEMERE FARMS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Christensen?
Christensen 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 Christensen?
Christensen is owned by EDGEMERE FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Christensen built?
Christensen was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Christensen?
Christensen 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 Christensen?
Christensen has a dam height of 25 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 Christensen last inspected?
Christensen was last inspected on July 25, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.