Nighswonger
Key Takeaway
Nighswonger is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| NID ID | OK83838 |
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
JOHN NIGHSWONGER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nighswonger?
Nighswonger 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 Nighswonger?
Nighswonger is owned by JOHN NIGHSWONGER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Nighswonger?
Nighswonger has a dam height of 28 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.