Little W.D. Jr.
Key Takeaway
Little W.D. Jr. is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02335 |
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
HUGHES COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Little W.D. Jr.?
Little W.D. Jr. 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 W.D. Jr.?
Little W.D. Jr. is owned by HUGHES COUNTY CONSERVATION DISTRICT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little W.D. Jr. built?
Little W.D. Jr. was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 W.D. Jr.?
Little W.D. Jr. 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 W.D. Jr.?
Little W.D. Jr. 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 Little W.D. Jr. last inspected?
Little W.D. Jr. was last inspected on April 11, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.