Pope
Key Takeaway
Pope is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12226 |
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
ALRED ODELL & SANDRA M WOOD
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pope?
Pope 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 Pope?
Pope is owned by ALRED ODELL & SANDRA M WOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pope built?
Pope was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Pope?
Pope serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pope?
Pope 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 Pope last inspected?
Pope was last inspected on December 2, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.