L Wise Sullivan
Key Takeaway
L Wise Sullivan is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22220 |
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
CHARLES MEDLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of L Wise Sullivan?
L Wise Sullivan 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 L Wise Sullivan?
L Wise Sullivan is owned by CHARLES MEDLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was L Wise Sullivan built?
L Wise Sullivan was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 L Wise Sullivan?
L Wise Sullivan serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is L Wise Sullivan?
L Wise Sullivan has a dam height of 22 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 L Wise Sullivan last inspected?
L Wise Sullivan was last inspected on August 14, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.