Overton
Key Takeaway
Overton is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,232 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13186 |
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
JOY & ERNEST OVERTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Overton?
Overton 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 Overton?
Overton is owned by JOY & ERNEST OVERTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Overton built?
Overton was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Overton?
Overton 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 Overton?
Overton has a dam height of 30 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 Overton last inspected?
Overton was last inspected on November 30, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.