Jackson Lake
Key Takeaway
Jackson Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 52 ft (taller than 95.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,584 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 550 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 940 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 27,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00569 |
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
RURAL WATER DISTRICT #7
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jackson Lake?
Jackson Lake 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 Jackson Lake?
Jackson Lake is owned by RURAL WATER DISTRICT #7 (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jackson Lake built?
Jackson Lake 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 Jackson Lake?
Jackson Lake 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 Jackson Lake?
Jackson Lake has a dam height of 52 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 Jackson Lake last inspected?
Jackson Lake was last inspected on March 3, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.