Morris Alvin J

TR-KIAMICI RIV· Pushmataha, Oklahoma· Built 1960· Earth· 50 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Morris Alvin J is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 50 ft (taller than 94.2% in OK)
Dam Length2,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage660 acre-ft
Normal Storage581 acre-ft
Max Discharge8,680 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDOK21216

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 16, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

GERALD WAYNE FLATT

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Morris Alvin J?

Morris Alvin J 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 Morris Alvin J?

Morris Alvin J is owned by GERALD WAYNE FLATT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Morris Alvin J built?

Morris Alvin J was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Morris Alvin J?

Morris Alvin J 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 Morris Alvin J?

Morris Alvin J has a dam height of 50 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 Morris Alvin J last inspected?

Morris Alvin J was last inspected on October 16, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.