Lake Murray
Key Takeaway
Lake Murray is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 74 ft (taller than 98.8% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 153.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5,728 acres |
| Drainage Area | 54 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 33,190 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10039 |
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
DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM & RECREATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Murray?
Lake Murray 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 Lake Murray?
Lake Murray is owned by DEPARTMENT OF TOURISM & RECREATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Murray built?
Lake Murray was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Murray?
Lake Murray serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Murray?
Lake Murray has a dam height of 74 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 Murray last inspected?
Lake Murray was last inspected on December 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.