Hitchcock Freshwater Pond
Key Takeaway
Hitchcock Freshwater Pond is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 4.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 4,552 ft |
| Max Storage | 431 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 330 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 72 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,133 cfs |
| NID ID | OK30580 |
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
Newfield Exploration Mid-Con Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hitchcock Freshwater Pond?
Hitchcock Freshwater Pond 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 Hitchcock Freshwater Pond?
Hitchcock Freshwater Pond is owned by Newfield Exploration Mid-Con Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Hitchcock Freshwater Pond?
Hitchcock Freshwater Pond 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 Hitchcock Freshwater Pond?
Hitchcock Freshwater Pond has a dam height of 16 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.