Howard
Key Takeaway
Howard is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,819 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21336 |
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
LYNDELL AND DANA MCCULLOUGH
Private
Nearby Dams
Fuchs N
Beckham, OK
Low Hazard 25 ftFuchs S
Beckham, OK
Low Hazard 26 ftSCS-Upper Elk Creek Site-23a
Beckham, OK
High Hazard 32 ftSCS-Sandstone Creek Site-106
Beckham, OK
Low Hazard 33 ftSCS-Sandstone Creek Site-107
Beckham, OK
Low Hazard 34 ftSCS-Sandstone Creek Site-104
Beckham, OK
Low Hazard 29 ftSCS-Upper Elk Creek Site-23b
Beckham, OK
High Hazard 42 ftSCS-Sandstone Creek Site-105
Beckham, OK
Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Howard?
Howard 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 Howard?
Howard is owned by LYNDELL AND DANA MCCULLOUGH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Howard built?
Howard was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Howard?
Howard 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 Howard?
Howard has a dam height of 28 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 Howard last inspected?
Howard was last inspected on November 30, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.