Harris Lake
Key Takeaway
Harris 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 | 19 ft (taller than 10.2% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,691 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00068 |
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
MICHAEL RAY HARRIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harris Lake?
Harris 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 Harris Lake?
Harris Lake is owned by MICHAEL RAY HARRIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harris Lake built?
Harris 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 Harris Lake?
Harris 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 Harris Lake?
Harris Lake has a dam height of 19 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 Harris Lake last inspected?
Harris Lake was last inspected on February 11, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.