John Paul Hinz
Key Takeaway
John Paul Hinz is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 43% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 382 ft |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21569 |
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
JOE BILL HINZ
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Paul Hinz?
John Paul Hinz 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 Paul Hinz?
John Paul Hinz is owned by JOE BILL HINZ (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Paul Hinz built?
John Paul Hinz was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Paul Hinz?
John Paul Hinz 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 John Paul Hinz?
John Paul Hinz has a dam height of 27 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.