London Tom
Key Takeaway
London Tom is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,380 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13268 |
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
CAREY LYNN SHERMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of London Tom?
London Tom 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 London Tom?
London Tom is owned by CAREY LYNN SHERMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was London Tom built?
London Tom was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 London Tom?
London Tom 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 London Tom?
London Tom 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 London Tom last inspected?
London Tom was last inspected on December 5, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.