Godfrey Jack
Key Takeaway
Godfrey Jack is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.3% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22015 |
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
JAMES H & TINA E WILLIAMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Godfrey Jack?
Godfrey Jack 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 Godfrey Jack?
Godfrey Jack is owned by JAMES H & TINA E WILLIAMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Godfrey Jack built?
Godfrey Jack 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 Godfrey Jack?
Godfrey Jack 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 Godfrey Jack?
Godfrey Jack has a dam height of 45 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 Godfrey Jack last inspected?
Godfrey Jack was last inspected on October 25, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.