Mitchell Lake
Key Takeaway
Mitchell Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 701 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00041 |
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 Lake?
Mitchell 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 Mitchell Lake?
Mitchell Lake is owned by CHARLES RAY & PEGGY MITCHELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mitchell Lake built?
Mitchell Lake was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Lake?
Mitchell Lake 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 Mitchell Lake?
Mitchell Lake 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.
When was Mitchell Lake last inspected?
Mitchell Lake was last inspected on November 7, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.