Comanche
Key Takeaway
Comanche is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 | 50 ft (taller than 94.2% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 184 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13279 |
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 COMANCHE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Comanche?
Comanche 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 Comanche?
Comanche is owned by CITY OF COMANCHE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Comanche built?
Comanche was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Comanche?
Comanche 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 Comanche?
Comanche has a dam height of 50 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 Comanche last inspected?
Comanche was last inspected on December 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.