Cornell George
Key Takeaway
Cornell George is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21509 |
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
MARION EMMA ANELLO CORNELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cornell George?
Cornell George 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 Cornell George?
Cornell George is owned by MARION EMMA ANELLO CORNELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cornell George built?
Cornell George was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Cornell George?
Cornell George 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 Cornell George?
Cornell George has a dam height of 30 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 Cornell George last inspected?
Cornell George was last inspected on July 25, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.