Oklahoma Lake
Key Takeaway
Oklahoma Lake is classified as low hazard in Colorado. It was completed in 1891 and is 135 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 29.2% in CO) |
| Dam Length | 92 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 493 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 493 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1891 (135 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | CO01760 |
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
BIG CUT LATERAL & RESERVOIR COMPANY (CODY WOOLDRID
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oklahoma Lake?
Oklahoma 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 Oklahoma Lake?
Oklahoma Lake is owned by BIG CUT LATERAL & RESERVOIR COMPANY (CODY WOOLDRID (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oklahoma Lake built?
Oklahoma Lake was completed in 1891, making it 135 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 Oklahoma Lake?
Oklahoma Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oklahoma Lake?
Oklahoma Lake has a dam height of 18 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 Oklahoma Lake last inspected?
Oklahoma Lake was last inspected on July 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.