Newkirk Lake
Key Takeaway
Newkirk Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,720 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02183 |
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
GOODSON RANCH LTD
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Newkirk Lake?
Newkirk 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 Newkirk Lake?
Newkirk Lake is owned by GOODSON RANCH LTD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Newkirk Lake built?
Newkirk Lake was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Newkirk Lake?
Newkirk Lake 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 Newkirk Lake?
Newkirk Lake has a dam height of 20 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 Newkirk Lake last inspected?
Newkirk Lake was last inspected on May 17, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.