Deweese No.17
Key Takeaway
Deweese No.17 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 70.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 386 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 904 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13247 |
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
ALBERT & IVONNA DEWEESE TRUST
Private
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Low Hazard 33 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Deweese No.17?
Deweese No.17 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 No.17?
Deweese No.17 is owned by ALBERT & IVONNA DEWEESE TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deweese No.17 built?
Deweese No.17 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Deweese No.17?
Deweese No.17 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 Deweese No.17?
Deweese No.17 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 Deweese No.17 last inspected?
Deweese No.17 was last inspected on August 15, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.