Cope Et
Key Takeaway
Cope Et is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 51.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,030 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13218 |
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
JESSE & BARBARA L MCGAHA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cope Et?
Cope Et 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 Cope Et?
Cope Et is owned by JESSE & BARBARA L MCGAHA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cope Et built?
Cope Et was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Cope Et?
Cope Et 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 Cope Et?
Cope Et has a dam height of 29 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 Cope Et last inspected?
Cope Et was last inspected on May 20, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.