Hartshorne

BLUE CREEK· Pittsburg, Oklahoma· Built 1930· Gravity· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hartshorne is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK)
Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeGravity
Max Storage1.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage947 acre-ft
Surface Area83 acres
Max Discharge69,750 cfs
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDOK21078

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 31, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

KATHY A HAYS

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hartshorne?

Hartshorne 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 Hartshorne?

Hartshorne is owned by KATHY A HAYS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hartshorne built?

Hartshorne was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Hartshorne?

Hartshorne serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hartshorne?

Hartshorne 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.

When was Hartshorne last inspected?

Hartshorne was last inspected on May 31, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.