Evans Chambers Lake
Key Takeaway
Evans Chambers Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 65.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,110 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 708 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 80 acres |
| Max Discharge | 4,542 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00123 |
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
DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Evans Chambers Lake?
Evans Chambers Lake 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 Evans Chambers Lake?
Evans Chambers Lake is owned by DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Evans Chambers Lake built?
Evans Chambers Lake was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Evans Chambers Lake?
Evans Chambers Lake 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 Evans Chambers Lake?
Evans Chambers Lake has a dam height of 32 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 Evans Chambers Lake last inspected?
Evans Chambers Lake was last inspected on July 14, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.