Kiowa
Key Takeaway
Kiowa is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Max Discharge | 18,352 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21082 |
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
VIRGINIA PHIPPS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kiowa?
Kiowa 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 Kiowa?
Kiowa is owned by VIRGINIA PHIPPS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kiowa built?
Kiowa was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Kiowa?
Kiowa 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 Kiowa?
Kiowa has a dam height of 28 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 Kiowa last inspected?
Kiowa was last inspected on June 7, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.