Lopez Martin J
Key Takeaway
Lopez Martin J is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 880 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12232 |
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
FOY O HAWKINS CECIL & JEANETTA WEEKS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lopez Martin J?
Lopez Martin J 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 Lopez Martin J?
Lopez Martin J is owned by FOY O HAWKINS CECIL & JEANETTA WEEKS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lopez Martin J built?
Lopez Martin J was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Lopez Martin J?
Lopez Martin J serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lopez Martin J?
Lopez Martin J 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 Lopez Martin J last inspected?
Lopez Martin J was last inspected on May 20, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.