Kerr Mcgee Lake
Key Takeaway
Kerr Mcgee Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Max Discharge | 4,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02120 |
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
CIMMARON CORP. ATTN PROPERTY TAX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kerr Mcgee Lake?
Kerr Mcgee 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 Kerr Mcgee Lake?
Kerr Mcgee Lake is owned by CIMMARON CORP. ATTN PROPERTY TAX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kerr Mcgee Lake built?
Kerr Mcgee Lake was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Kerr Mcgee Lake?
Kerr Mcgee Lake 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 Kerr Mcgee Lake?
Kerr Mcgee Lake has a dam height of 24 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 Kerr Mcgee Lake last inspected?
Kerr Mcgee Lake was last inspected on July 26, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.