Griffith W.R.
Key Takeaway
Griffith W.R. is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 43% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 405 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Max Discharge | 401 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12459 |
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
W R GRIFFITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Griffith W.R.?
Griffith W.R. 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 Griffith W.R.?
Griffith W.R. is owned by W R GRIFFITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Griffith W.R. built?
Griffith W.R. was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Griffith W.R.?
Griffith W.R. 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 Griffith W.R.?
Griffith W.R. 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 Griffith W.R. last inspected?
Griffith W.R. was last inspected on July 25, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.