Miller James
Key Takeaway
Miller James is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22023 |
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
DOROTHY PEARL MCELVEEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Miller James?
Miller James 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 Miller James?
Miller James is owned by DOROTHY PEARL MCELVEEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Miller James built?
Miller James was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Miller James?
Miller James 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 Miller James?
Miller James 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 Miller James last inspected?
Miller James was last inspected on July 25, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.