Holdenville Waterworks
Key Takeaway
Holdenville Waterworks is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1912 and is 114 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 38.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 355 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Max Discharge | 7,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1912 (114 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10488 |
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
CITY OF HOLDENVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Holdenville Waterworks?
Holdenville Waterworks 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 Holdenville Waterworks?
Holdenville Waterworks is owned by CITY OF HOLDENVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holdenville Waterworks built?
Holdenville Waterworks was completed in 1912, making it 114 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 Holdenville Waterworks?
Holdenville Waterworks 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 Holdenville Waterworks?
Holdenville Waterworks has a dam height of 26 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 Holdenville Waterworks last inspected?
Holdenville Waterworks was last inspected on December 4, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.