Jl Briscoe Dam

TRI. TO TURKEY CREEK· Greer, Oklahoma· Built 1980· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Jl Briscoe Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 65.1% in OK)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage81 acre-ft
Normal Storage18 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge78 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDOK30283

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: November 29, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

TOM CLARK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jl Briscoe Dam?

Jl Briscoe Dam 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 Jl Briscoe Dam?

Jl Briscoe Dam is owned by TOM CLARK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jl Briscoe Dam built?

Jl Briscoe Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Jl Briscoe Dam?

Jl Briscoe Dam 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 Jl Briscoe Dam?

Jl Briscoe Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Jl Briscoe Dam last inspected?

Jl Briscoe Dam was last inspected on November 29, 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.