Ham Lake
Key Takeaway
Ham Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,812 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00052 |
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
DOUGLAS K & JUNE R CHILDERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ham Lake?
Ham Lake 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 Ham Lake?
Ham Lake is owned by DOUGLAS K & JUNE R CHILDERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ham Lake built?
Ham Lake was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Ham Lake?
Ham Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ham Lake?
Ham Lake has a dam height of 20 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 Ham Lake last inspected?
Ham Lake was last inspected on February 11, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.