Mcalester Lake
Key Takeaway
Mcalester Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 16.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,521 acres |
| Max Discharge | 96,720 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02576 |
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
CITY OF MCALESTER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mcalester Lake?
Mcalester Lake 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 Mcalester Lake?
Mcalester Lake is owned by CITY OF MCALESTER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcalester Lake built?
Mcalester Lake was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Mcalester Lake?
Mcalester Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcalester Lake?
Mcalester Lake has a dam height of 35 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 Mcalester Lake last inspected?
Mcalester Lake was last inspected on May 31, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.