Mcgee No 1
Key Takeaway
Mcgee No 1 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Max Discharge | 220 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21171 |
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
MARK & KERRI RUSSELL
Private
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mcgee No 1?
Mcgee No 1 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 Mcgee No 1?
Mcgee No 1 is owned by MARK & KERRI RUSSELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcgee No 1 built?
Mcgee No 1 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Mcgee No 1?
Mcgee No 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcgee No 1?
Mcgee No 1 has a dam height of 25 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 Mcgee No 1 last inspected?
Mcgee No 1 was last inspected on September 10, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.