Inola
Key Takeaway
Inola is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 500 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 466 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 71 acres |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10442 |
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
WINTHROP W. INGERSOLL ET AL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Inola?
Inola 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 Inola?
Inola is owned by WINTHROP W. INGERSOLL ET AL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Inola built?
Inola was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Inola?
Inola 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 Inola?
Inola has a dam height of 22 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 Inola last inspected?
Inola was last inspected on May 20, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.