Joe Mayse
Key Takeaway
Joe Mayse is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01508 |
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
BONNA DEAN & VINNET FREEZE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joe Mayse?
Joe Mayse 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 Joe Mayse?
Joe Mayse is owned by BONNA DEAN & VINNET FREEZE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joe Mayse built?
Joe Mayse was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Joe Mayse?
Joe Mayse serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Joe Mayse?
Joe Mayse has a dam height of 35 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 Joe Mayse last inspected?
Joe Mayse was last inspected on April 12, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.