Klontz-Cowden Pond 1
Key Takeaway
Klontz-Cowden Pond 1 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 325 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30190 |
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
MICHAEL A KAUK
Private
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Low Hazard 38 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Klontz-Cowden Pond 1?
Klontz-Cowden Pond 1 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 Klontz-Cowden Pond 1?
Klontz-Cowden Pond 1 is owned by MICHAEL A KAUK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Klontz-Cowden Pond 1 built?
Klontz-Cowden Pond 1 was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Klontz-Cowden Pond 1?
Klontz-Cowden Pond 1 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 Klontz-Cowden Pond 1?
Klontz-Cowden Pond 1 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 Klontz-Cowden Pond 1 last inspected?
Klontz-Cowden Pond 1 was last inspected on July 26, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.