Orendorf Ch Jr
Key Takeaway
Orendorf Ch Jr is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Max Discharge | 310 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21209 |
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 TRANSPORTATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Orendorf Ch Jr?
Orendorf Ch Jr 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 Orendorf Ch Jr?
Orendorf Ch Jr is owned by DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Orendorf Ch Jr built?
Orendorf Ch Jr was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Orendorf Ch Jr?
Orendorf Ch Jr 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 Orendorf Ch Jr?
Orendorf Ch Jr has a dam height of 15 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 Orendorf Ch Jr last inspected?
Orendorf Ch Jr was last inspected on December 3, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.