Pence Kent

SALT FORK RIVER RED RIV· Harmon, Oklahoma· Built 1985· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Pence Kent is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage124 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge763 cfs
Year Completed1985 (41 years old)
NID IDOK21513

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 29, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

DALIESE PENCE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pence Kent?

Pence Kent 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 Pence Kent?

Pence Kent is owned by DALIESE PENCE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pence Kent built?

Pence Kent was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Pence Kent?

Pence Kent 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 Pence Kent?

Pence Kent has a dam height of 35 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 Pence Kent last inspected?

Pence Kent was last inspected on November 29, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.