Dannels Ken
Key Takeaway
Dannels Ken is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Max Discharge | 140 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13170 |
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
FOUTCH FAMILY TRUST AND C&T INVESTMENT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dannels Ken?
Dannels Ken 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 Dannels Ken?
Dannels Ken is owned by FOUTCH FAMILY TRUST AND C&T INVESTMENT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dannels Ken built?
Dannels Ken 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 Dannels Ken?
Dannels Ken 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 Dannels Ken?
Dannels Ken 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 Dannels Ken last inspected?
Dannels Ken was last inspected on July 25, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.