Deweese #10
Key Takeaway
Deweese #10 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 78.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 157 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK83821 |
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
DEWEESE ESTATE
Private
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Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Deweese #10?
Deweese #10 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 Deweese #10?
Deweese #10 is owned by DEWEESE ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deweese #10 built?
Deweese #10 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.
How tall is Deweese #10?
Deweese #10 has a dam height of 37 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.