Noble Dam

Cherokee, Oklahoma· Earth· 55 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Noble Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 55 ft (taller than 96.4% in OK)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage52 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDOK30286

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 2, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

TERRY B NOBLE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Noble Dam?

Noble Dam 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 Noble Dam?

Noble Dam is owned by TERRY B NOBLE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Noble Dam?

Noble Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Noble Dam?

Noble Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Noble Dam last inspected?

Noble Dam was last inspected on December 2, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.