Mcclain Mw
Key Takeaway
Mcclain Mw is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10716 |
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
ROBERT & RAMONA HAM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcclain Mw?
Mcclain Mw 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 Mcclain Mw?
Mcclain Mw is owned by ROBERT & RAMONA HAM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcclain Mw built?
Mcclain Mw was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Mcclain Mw?
Mcclain Mw 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 Mcclain Mw?
Mcclain Mw has a dam height of 28 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 Mcclain Mw last inspected?
Mcclain Mw was last inspected on July 19, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.