Pinkston Wr

TR-COAL CREEK· Okmulgee, Oklahoma· Built 1940· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Pinkston Wr is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK)
Dam Length3,350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Max Discharge190 cfs
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDOK12305

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: August 22, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

JERRY NED & JEAN MARIE DUNCAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pinkston Wr?

Pinkston Wr 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 Pinkston Wr?

Pinkston Wr is owned by JERRY NED & JEAN MARIE DUNCAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pinkston Wr built?

Pinkston Wr was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Pinkston Wr?

Pinkston Wr 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 Pinkston Wr?

Pinkston Wr 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 Pinkston Wr last inspected?

Pinkston Wr was last inspected on August 22, 2011. 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.