John Wells Lake
Key Takeaway
John Wells Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 89.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 194 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10063 |
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
CITY OF STIGLER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of John Wells Lake?
John Wells Lake 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 Wells Lake?
John Wells Lake is owned by CITY OF STIGLER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Wells Lake built?
John Wells Lake was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Wells Lake?
John Wells Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is John Wells Lake?
John Wells Lake has a dam height of 44 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 Wells Lake last inspected?
John Wells Lake was last inspected on December 3, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.