Morrison James
Key Takeaway
Morrison James is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
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 | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22013 |
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
DUANE W MORRISON
Private
Nearby Dams
Oknoname 137052
Stephens, OK
Low Hazard 20 ftOknoname 137074
Stephens, OK
Low Hazard 22 ftOknoname 137044
Stephens, OK
Low Hazard 26 ftOknoname 137094
Stephens, OK
Low Hazard 26 ftOknoname 137079
Stephens, OK
Low Hazard 17 ftOknoname 137050
Stephens, OK
Low Hazard 21 ftSCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-028
Stephens, OK
Low Hazard 27 ftSCS-Wildhorse Creek Site-027
Stephens, OK
Low Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Morrison James?
Morrison 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 Morrison James?
Morrison James is owned by DUANE W MORRISON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morrison James built?
Morrison James was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Morrison James?
Morrison James serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Morrison James?
Morrison 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 Morrison James last inspected?
Morrison James was last inspected on September 6, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.