Cravens
Key Takeaway
Cravens is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 17.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 155 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,030 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20924 |
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
RANDALL J & MONTY C CRAVENS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cravens?
Cravens 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 Cravens?
Cravens is owned by RANDALL J & MONTY C CRAVENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cravens built?
Cravens was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Cravens?
Cravens 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 Cravens?
Cravens has a dam height of 21 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 Cravens last inspected?
Cravens was last inspected on June 10, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.