Cook
Key Takeaway
Cook is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10008 |
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
WACCAW DEVELOPMENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cook?
Cook 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?
Cook is owned by WACCAW DEVELOPMENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cook built?
Cook 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 Cook?
Cook 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 Cook?
Cook has a dam height of 20 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 last inspected?
Cook was last inspected on December 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.