Diacon
Key Takeaway
Diacon is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 235 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,750 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20923 |
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
DEAN AND ANN GOLL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Diacon?
Diacon 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 Diacon?
Diacon is owned by DEAN AND ANN GOLL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Diacon built?
Diacon was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Diacon?
Diacon serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Diacon?
Diacon has a dam height of 35 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 Diacon last inspected?
Diacon was last inspected on November 30, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.