Merrifield Bros
Key Takeaway
Merrifield Bros is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 261 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 261 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | OK83880 |
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
MERRIFIELD BROS.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Merrifield Bros?
Merrifield Bros 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 Merrifield Bros?
Merrifield Bros is owned by MERRIFIELD BROS. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Merrifield Bros built?
Merrifield Bros was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Merrifield Bros?
Merrifield Bros serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Merrifield Bros?
Merrifield Bros has a dam height of 40 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.