Gormly Alger
Key Takeaway
Gormly Alger is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 43% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Max Discharge | 480 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10040 |
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
BOBBY C GORMLY JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gormly Alger?
Gormly Alger 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 Gormly Alger?
Gormly Alger is owned by BOBBY C GORMLY JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gormly Alger built?
Gormly Alger was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Gormly Alger?
Gormly Alger 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 Gormly Alger?
Gormly Alger has a dam height of 27 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 Gormly Alger last inspected?
Gormly Alger was last inspected on May 23, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.