Forster Ernest E
Key Takeaway
Forster Ernest E is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12722 |
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
DOROTHY O WINSTON & CLARENCE W FRANKLIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Forster Ernest E?
Forster Ernest E 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 Forster Ernest E?
Forster Ernest E is owned by DOROTHY O WINSTON & CLARENCE W FRANKLIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Forster Ernest E built?
Forster Ernest E 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 Forster Ernest E?
Forster Ernest E serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Forster Ernest E?
Forster Ernest E 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 Forster Ernest E last inspected?
Forster Ernest E was last inspected on May 23, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.