Hughes
Key Takeaway
Hughes is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,210 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21019 |
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
DALE & VELMA HUGHES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hughes?
Hughes 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 Hughes?
Hughes is owned by DALE & VELMA HUGHES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hughes built?
Hughes was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Hughes?
Hughes 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 Hughes?
Hughes has a dam height of 30 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 Hughes last inspected?
Hughes was last inspected on November 29, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.