New Beggs
Key Takeaway
New Beggs is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 88.8% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 939 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 54 acres |
| Max Discharge | 890 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11078 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF BEGGS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of New Beggs?
New Beggs is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates New Beggs?
New Beggs is owned by CITY OF BEGGS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New Beggs built?
New Beggs was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 New Beggs?
New Beggs serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is New Beggs?
New Beggs has a dam height of 43 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 New Beggs last inspected?
New Beggs was last inspected on June 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.