Kourtis Lake
Key Takeaway
Kourtis Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 126 ft |
| Max Storage | 262 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 350 cfs |
| NID ID | OK30517 |
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
KOURTIS FAMILY FARMS LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kourtis Lake?
Kourtis 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 Kourtis Lake?
Kourtis Lake is owned by KOURTIS FAMILY FARMS LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Kourtis Lake?
Kourtis Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kourtis Lake?
Kourtis Lake has a dam height of 41 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.