Prague Lake
Key Takeaway
Prague Lake is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 225 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,229 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | OK03000 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF PRAGUE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Prague Lake?
Prague Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Prague Lake?
Prague Lake is owned by CITY OF PRAGUE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prague Lake built?
Prague Lake was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Prague Lake?
Prague Lake 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 Prague Lake?
Prague Lake has a dam height of 45 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 Prague Lake last inspected?
Prague Lake was last inspected on December 23, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.