Liberty Lake
Key Takeaway
Liberty Lake is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 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 | 47 ft (taller than 92.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,030 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 167 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,075 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02122 |
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 GUTHRIE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Liberty Lake?
Liberty Lake 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 Liberty Lake?
Liberty Lake is owned by CITY OF GUTHRIE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Liberty Lake built?
Liberty Lake was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Liberty Lake?
Liberty Lake 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 Liberty Lake?
Liberty Lake has a dam height of 47 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 Liberty Lake last inspected?
Liberty Lake was last inspected on December 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.