Pauls Valley
Key Takeaway
Pauls Valley is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 54 ft (taller than 96% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 750 acres |
| Drainage Area | 23 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 27,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02601 |
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
PAULS VALLEY CITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Pauls Valley?
Pauls Valley 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 Pauls Valley?
Pauls Valley is owned by PAULS VALLEY CITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pauls Valley built?
Pauls Valley was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Pauls Valley?
Pauls Valley serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pauls Valley?
Pauls Valley has a dam height of 54 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 Pauls Valley last inspected?
Pauls Valley was last inspected on December 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.