Jones
Key Takeaway
Jones is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 6% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13,578 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2000 |
| NID ID | OK21080 |
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
Brad Spears
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jones?
Jones 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 Jones?
Jones is owned by Brad Spears (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jones built?
Jones was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Jones?
Jones 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 Jones?
Jones has a dam height of 17 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 Jones last inspected?
Jones was last inspected on November 20, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.