Cook David
Key Takeaway
Cook David is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Max Discharge | 900 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12849 |
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
COOK DAVID
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cook David?
Cook David 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 Cook David?
Cook David is owned by COOK DAVID (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cook David built?
Cook David was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Cook David?
Cook David 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 Cook David?
Cook David has a dam height of 15 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 Cook David last inspected?
Cook David was last inspected on September 20, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.