Little Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 51.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30258 |
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
GREGORY AND GERI LITTLE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little Dam?
Little Dam 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 Little Dam?
Little Dam is owned by GREGORY AND GERI LITTLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Dam built?
Little Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Little Dam?
Little Dam 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 Little Dam?
Little Dam has a dam height of 29 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.