Mosburg Lake
Key Takeaway
Mosburg Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 17.7% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 52 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | OK03040 |
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
SHARON E CLINE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mosburg Lake?
Mosburg 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 Mosburg Lake?
Mosburg Lake is owned by SHARON E CLINE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mosburg Lake built?
Mosburg Lake was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Mosburg Lake?
Mosburg Lake 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 Mosburg Lake?
Mosburg Lake has a dam height of 21 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 Mosburg Lake last inspected?
Mosburg Lake was last inspected on June 8, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.