Lake Holdenville
Key Takeaway
Lake Holdenville is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1931 and is 95 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 65 ft (taller than 98.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,085 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 11.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 550 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1931 (95 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10479 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF HOLDENVILLE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Holdenville?
Lake Holdenville is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Holdenville?
Lake Holdenville is owned by CITY OF HOLDENVILLE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Holdenville built?
Lake Holdenville was completed in 1931, making it 95 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 Lake Holdenville?
Lake Holdenville 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 Lake Holdenville?
Lake Holdenville has a dam height of 65 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 Lake Holdenville last inspected?
Lake Holdenville was last inspected on December 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.