Mitchell Charles
Key Takeaway
Mitchell Charles is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 350 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21609 |
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
CHARLES RAY & PEGGY MITCHELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mitchell Charles?
Mitchell Charles 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 Mitchell Charles?
Mitchell Charles is owned by CHARLES RAY & PEGGY MITCHELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mitchell Charles built?
Mitchell Charles was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Mitchell Charles?
Mitchell Charles 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 Mitchell Charles?
Mitchell Charles has a dam height of 24 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 Mitchell Charles last inspected?
Mitchell Charles was last inspected on September 10, 1999. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.