Hamilton West Dam
Key Takeaway
Hamilton West Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 725 ft |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 75 cfs |
| NID ID | OK30257 |
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
DANIEL L & SONJA HAMILTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hamilton West Dam?
Hamilton West 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 Hamilton West Dam?
Hamilton West Dam is owned by DANIEL L & SONJA HAMILTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Hamilton West Dam?
Hamilton West Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hamilton West Dam?
Hamilton West Dam has a dam height of 25 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.