Lamar Cw
Key Takeaway
Lamar Cw is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Max Discharge | 436 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12447 |
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
CARLENE LAMAR & JH REIKOWSKY
Private
Nearby Dams
Trout Edwin M
McClain, OK
Low Hazard 26 ftLuccock Rw
McClain, OK
Low Hazard 22 ftOknoname 087050
McClain, OK
Low Hazard 20 ftOknoname 087003
McClain, OK
Low Hazard 27 ftJohnson Land & Cattle Co
McClain, OK
Low Hazard 22 ftMcpherson Pg
McClain, OK
Low Hazard 37 ftJohnson Land & Cattle Co
McClain, OK
Low Hazard 22 ftJohnson Land & Cattle Co
McClain, OK
Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Lamar Cw?
Lamar Cw 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 Lamar Cw?
Lamar Cw is owned by CARLENE LAMAR & JH REIKOWSKY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lamar Cw built?
Lamar Cw was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Lamar Cw?
Lamar Cw serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lamar Cw?
Lamar Cw has a dam height of 15 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 Lamar Cw last inspected?
Lamar Cw was last inspected on July 24, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.