Oklahoma State of Reformatory

TR-ALTUS LAKE· Greer, Oklahoma· Built 1932· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Other State Government

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 Length660 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage134 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Max Discharge250 cfs
Year Completed1932 (94 years old)
NID IDOK21152

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: November 29, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.