Flanigin Dam
Key Takeaway
Flanigin Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13164 |
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
HERMAN AND THELMA FLANIGIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Flanigin Dam?
Flanigin Dam 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 Flanigin Dam?
Flanigin Dam is owned by HERMAN AND THELMA FLANIGIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Flanigin Dam built?
Flanigin Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Flanigin Dam?
Flanigin Dam 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 Flanigin Dam?
Flanigin Dam 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.