Jarvis C

TR-TURKEY CR· Seminole, Oklahoma· Built 1977· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Jarvis C is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 7.5% in OK)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Max Discharge1,860 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDOK13120

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 14, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

SUE JARVIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jarvis C?

Jarvis C 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 Jarvis C?

Jarvis C is owned by SUE JARVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jarvis C built?

Jarvis C was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Jarvis C?

Jarvis C 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 Jarvis C?

Jarvis C has a dam height of 18 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 Jarvis C last inspected?

Jarvis C was last inspected on December 14, 2010. 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.