Davis Elvin J
Key Takeaway
Davis Elvin J is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 70.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 122 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 94 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 259 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21564 |
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
JUANITA & MARK DAVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Davis Elvin J?
Davis Elvin J 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 Elvin J?
Davis Elvin J is owned by JUANITA & MARK DAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Davis Elvin J built?
Davis Elvin J was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Elvin J?
Davis Elvin J 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 Elvin J?
Davis Elvin J has a dam height of 34 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 Elvin J last inspected?
Davis Elvin J was last inspected on June 10, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.