Elmer
Key Takeaway
Elmer is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 43% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Max Discharge | 9,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02179 |
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
DEPT. OF WILDLIFE
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Elmer?
Elmer 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 Elmer?
Elmer is owned by DEPT. OF WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elmer built?
Elmer was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Elmer?
Elmer 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 Elmer?
Elmer has a dam height of 27 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 Elmer last inspected?
Elmer was last inspected on March 30, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.