Crowder
Key Takeaway
Crowder is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 620 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10738 |
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
TOWN OF CROWDER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Crowder?
Crowder 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 Crowder?
Crowder is owned by TOWN OF CROWDER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crowder built?
Crowder was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Crowder?
Crowder serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Crowder?
Crowder has a dam height of 35 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 Crowder last inspected?
Crowder was last inspected on March 22, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.