Lingenfelter Martha
Key Takeaway
Lingenfelter Martha is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 980 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02317 |
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
MARTHA B LINGENFELTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lingenfelter Martha?
Lingenfelter Martha 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 Lingenfelter Martha?
Lingenfelter Martha is owned by MARTHA B LINGENFELTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lingenfelter Martha built?
Lingenfelter Martha was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Lingenfelter Martha?
Lingenfelter Martha 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 Lingenfelter Martha?
Lingenfelter Martha has a dam height of 25 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 Lingenfelter Martha last inspected?
Lingenfelter Martha was last inspected on September 10, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.