Mcdearman Jack No 8
Key Takeaway
Mcdearman Jack No 8 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 465 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13180 |
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
BLM RANCH LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcdearman Jack No 8?
Mcdearman Jack No 8 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 Mcdearman Jack No 8?
Mcdearman Jack No 8 is owned by BLM RANCH LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcdearman Jack No 8 built?
Mcdearman Jack No 8 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Mcdearman Jack No 8?
Mcdearman Jack No 8 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcdearman Jack No 8?
Mcdearman Jack No 8 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 Mcdearman Jack No 8 last inspected?
Mcdearman Jack No 8 was last inspected on November 20, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.