Osborne

TR-ISLAND BAYOU· Bryan, Oklahoma· Built 1978· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Osborne is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK)
Dam Length458 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Max Discharge260 cfs
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDOK21177

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: May 6, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

M TODD WHITFIELD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Osborne?

Osborne 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 Osborne?

Osborne is owned by M TODD WHITFIELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Osborne built?

Osborne was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Osborne?

Osborne serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Osborne?

Osborne has a dam height of 24 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 Osborne last inspected?

Osborne was last inspected on May 6, 2004. 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.