Davis Bud
Key Takeaway
Davis Bud is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 503 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,902 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22150 |
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
CHERYL & JOHN P ADAMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Davis Bud?
Davis Bud 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 Davis Bud?
Davis Bud is owned by CHERYL & JOHN P ADAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davis Bud built?
Davis Bud was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Davis Bud?
Davis Bud serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Davis Bud?
Davis Bud has a dam height of 22 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 Davis Bud last inspected?
Davis Bud was last inspected on August 14, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.