Owasso
Key Takeaway
Owasso is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 450 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12633 |
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
LARKIN BAILEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Owasso?
Owasso 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 Owasso?
Owasso is owned by LARKIN BAILEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Owasso built?
Owasso was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Owasso?
Owasso serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Owasso?
Owasso 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 Owasso last inspected?
Owasso was last inspected on December 15, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.