Claremore Lake
Key Takeaway
Claremore Lake is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 87.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 470 acres |
| Drainage Area | 57 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 74,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02341 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF CLAREMORE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Claremore Lake?
Claremore Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Claremore Lake?
Claremore Lake is owned by CITY OF CLAREMORE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Claremore Lake built?
Claremore Lake was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Claremore Lake?
Claremore Lake 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 Claremore Lake?
Claremore Lake has a dam height of 42 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 Claremore Lake last inspected?
Claremore Lake was last inspected on October 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.