Oknoname 30159
Key Takeaway
Oknoname 30159 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 434 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30159 |
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
BRIAN & HOLLY HARPSTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oknoname 30159?
Oknoname 30159 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 Oknoname 30159?
Oknoname 30159 is owned by BRIAN & HOLLY HARPSTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oknoname 30159 built?
Oknoname 30159 was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Oknoname 30159?
Oknoname 30159 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 Oknoname 30159?
Oknoname 30159 has a dam height of 23 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 Oknoname 30159 last inspected?
Oknoname 30159 was last inspected on May 18, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.