Pat Murphy Pond
Key Takeaway
Pat Murphy Pond is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 51.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 89 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21545 |
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
PAT MURPHY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pat Murphy Pond?
Pat Murphy Pond 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 Pat Murphy Pond?
Pat Murphy Pond is owned by PAT MURPHY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pat Murphy Pond built?
Pat Murphy Pond was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Pat Murphy Pond?
Pat Murphy Pond 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 Pat Murphy Pond?
Pat Murphy Pond has a dam height of 29 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 Pat Murphy Pond last inspected?
Pat Murphy Pond was last inspected on April 19, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.