Mcentire Lake
Key Takeaway
Mcentire Lake 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 | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00107 |
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
JIM & CLEO MCENTIRE
Private
Nearby Dams
Jason Clark Conine
Atoka, OK
Low Hazard 20 ftSt. Mary Land & Exploration Co.
Atoka, OK
Low Hazard 17 ftCrowley Lake
Atoka, OK
Low Hazard 16 ftCasey 1-H-3
Pittsburg, OK
Low Hazard 15 ftSub-Penitentiary Lake
Atoka, OK
Low Hazard 40 ftHawell Robert & Ann
Atoka, OK
Low Hazard 25 ftCook
Coal, OK
Low Hazard 20 ftOknoname 30173
Atoka, OK
Low Hazard 25 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mcentire Lake?
Mcentire 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 Mcentire Lake?
Mcentire Lake is owned by JIM & CLEO MCENTIRE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcentire Lake built?
Mcentire Lake 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 Mcentire Lake?
Mcentire Lake 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 Mcentire Lake?
Mcentire Lake has a dam height of 30 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 Mcentire Lake last inspected?
Mcentire Lake was last inspected on April 12, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.