Clinton-Sherman Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Clinton-Sherman Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Max Discharge | 9,803 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21334 |
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
CITY OF CLINTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clinton-Sherman Reservoir?
Clinton-Sherman Reservoir 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 Clinton-Sherman Reservoir?
Clinton-Sherman Reservoir is owned by CITY OF CLINTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clinton-Sherman Reservoir built?
Clinton-Sherman Reservoir was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Clinton-Sherman Reservoir?
Clinton-Sherman Reservoir serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clinton-Sherman Reservoir?
Clinton-Sherman Reservoir has a dam height of 24 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 Clinton-Sherman Reservoir last inspected?
Clinton-Sherman Reservoir was last inspected on August 14, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.