John R
Key Takeaway
John R is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 7.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,719 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13219 |
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
BUSTER WYMAN & ALLEEN SNOW
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John R?
John R 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 R?
John R is owned by BUSTER WYMAN & ALLEEN SNOW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John R built?
John R was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 R?
John R 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 R?
John R 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 John R last inspected?
John R was last inspected on August 24, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.