Klemme
Key Takeaway
Klemme is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10033 |
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
KEVIN NIGHTENGALE
Private
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High Hazard 42 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Klemme?
Klemme 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 Klemme?
Klemme is owned by KEVIN NIGHTENGALE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Klemme built?
Klemme was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Klemme?
Klemme serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Klemme?
Klemme 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 Klemme last inspected?
Klemme was last inspected on August 14, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.