Commodore Lake
Key Takeaway
Commodore Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02340 |
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
JOE DON EAVES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Commodore Lake?
Commodore Lake 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 Commodore Lake?
Commodore Lake is owned by JOE DON EAVES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Commodore Lake built?
Commodore Lake was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Commodore Lake?
Commodore Lake 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 Commodore Lake?
Commodore Lake has a dam height of 40 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 Commodore Lake last inspected?
Commodore Lake was last inspected on May 19, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.