Parwell Lake
Key Takeaway
Parwell Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 26.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12884 |
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
WILLIAM H & CAROL J WOODS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Parwell Lake?
Parwell Lake 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 Parwell Lake?
Parwell Lake is owned by WILLIAM H & CAROL J WOODS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Parwell Lake built?
Parwell Lake 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 Parwell Lake?
Parwell Lake 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 Parwell Lake?
Parwell Lake 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 Parwell Lake last inspected?
Parwell Lake was last inspected on February 6, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.