Oklahoma State of Reformatory
Key Takeaway
Oklahoma State of Reformatory is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1932 and is 94 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 43% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Max Discharge | 250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1932 (94 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21152 |
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
DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Oklahoma State of Reformatory?
Oklahoma State of Reformatory 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 State of Reformatory?
Oklahoma State of Reformatory is owned by DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oklahoma State of Reformatory built?
Oklahoma State of Reformatory was completed in 1932, making it 94 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 State of Reformatory?
Oklahoma State of Reformatory 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 Oklahoma State of Reformatory?
Oklahoma State of Reformatory has a dam height of 27 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 State of Reformatory last inspected?
Oklahoma State of Reformatory was last inspected on November 29, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.