Lou Boling
Key Takeaway
Lou Boling is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 7.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 659 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 228 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 966 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00044 |
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
DOYLE HARRELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lou Boling?
Lou Boling 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 Lou Boling?
Lou Boling is owned by DOYLE HARRELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lou Boling built?
Lou Boling was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Lou Boling?
Lou Boling serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lou Boling?
Lou Boling has a dam height of 18 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 Lou Boling last inspected?
Lou Boling was last inspected on November 7, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.