Mcallister Elvin
Key Takeaway
Mcallister Elvin is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 149 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 606 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21320 |
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 CLINTON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mcallister Elvin?
Mcallister Elvin 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 Mcallister Elvin?
Mcallister Elvin is owned by CITY OF CLINTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcallister Elvin built?
Mcallister Elvin was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Mcallister Elvin?
Mcallister Elvin 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 Mcallister Elvin?
Mcallister Elvin has a dam height of 23 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 Mcallister Elvin last inspected?
Mcallister Elvin was last inspected on August 14, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.