French Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
French Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 381 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 439 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 311 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,548 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00465 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of French Lake Dam?
French Lake 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 French Lake Dam?
French Lake Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was French Lake Dam built?
French Lake Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 French Lake Dam?
French Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is French Lake Dam?
French Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 French Lake Dam last inspected?
French Lake Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.