Gerrong Dam
Key Takeaway
Gerrong Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 76.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30288 |
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
GARY L OLLENBURGER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gerrong Dam?
Gerrong 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 Gerrong Dam?
Gerrong Dam is owned by GARY L OLLENBURGER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gerrong Dam built?
Gerrong Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Gerrong Dam?
Gerrong 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 Gerrong Dam?
Gerrong Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Gerrong Dam last inspected?
Gerrong Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.