Horton Dr. Joe
Key Takeaway
Horton Dr. Joe is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 43% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,821 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,417 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02324 |
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
LOUIS BOX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Horton Dr. Joe?
Horton Dr. Joe 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 Horton Dr. Joe?
Horton Dr. Joe is owned by LOUIS BOX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Horton Dr. Joe built?
Horton Dr. Joe was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Horton Dr. Joe?
Horton Dr. Joe 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 Horton Dr. Joe?
Horton Dr. Joe has a dam height of 27 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 Horton Dr. Joe last inspected?
Horton Dr. Joe was last inspected on November 29, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.