Kennith West
Key Takeaway
Kennith West is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 174 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 145 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | OK83653 |
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
KENNITH WEST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kennith West?
Kennith West 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 Kennith West?
Kennith West is owned by KENNITH WEST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kennith West built?
Kennith West was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Kennith West?
Kennith West serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kennith West?
Kennith West has a dam height of 30 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.