Hayes
Key Takeaway
Hayes is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 17.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,460 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21049 |
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
JOE HAYES JEANIE TATE & RUTH KILLMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hayes?
Hayes 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 Hayes?
Hayes is owned by JOE HAYES JEANIE TATE & RUTH KILLMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hayes built?
Hayes was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Hayes?
Hayes 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 Hayes?
Hayes has a dam height of 21 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 Hayes last inspected?
Hayes was last inspected on June 8, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.