Kaukental
Key Takeaway
Kaukental is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,480 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21058 |
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
ROGER OMMEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kaukental?
Kaukental 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 Kaukental?
Kaukental is owned by ROGER OMMEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kaukental built?
Kaukental was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Kaukental?
Kaukental 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 Kaukental?
Kaukental has a dam height of 25 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 Kaukental last inspected?
Kaukental was last inspected on June 14, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.