Iona Wares

RED FORK CREEK· Woods, Oklahoma· Built 1984· Earth· 20 ft tall
Unknown Other Private

Key Takeaway

Iona Wares is classified as unknown in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK)
Dam Length607 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge538 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDOK21563

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 4, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

IONA WARES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Iona Wares?

Iona Wares is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Iona Wares?

Iona Wares is owned by IONA WARES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Iona Wares built?

Iona Wares was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Iona Wares?

Iona Wares 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 Iona Wares?

Iona Wares has a dam height of 20 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 Iona Wares last inspected?

Iona Wares was last inspected on August 4, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.