John Flaming Dam
Key Takeaway
John Flaming Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 51.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 237 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 224 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30367 |
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
JOHN FLAMING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Flaming Dam?
John Flaming 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 John Flaming Dam?
John Flaming Dam is owned by JOHN FLAMING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Flaming Dam built?
John Flaming Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 John Flaming Dam?
John Flaming Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is John Flaming Dam?
John Flaming Dam has a dam height of 29 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.