Laughlin
Key Takeaway
Laughlin is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12238 |
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
JOHN L LAUGHLIN LOVING TRUST C/O BEZZIE LAUGHLIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laughlin?
Laughlin 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 Laughlin?
Laughlin is owned by JOHN L LAUGHLIN LOVING TRUST C/O BEZZIE LAUGHLIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laughlin built?
Laughlin was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Laughlin?
Laughlin 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 Laughlin?
Laughlin 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 Laughlin last inspected?
Laughlin was last inspected on August 11, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.