Prison
Key Takeaway
Prison is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 3,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 508 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 435 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Max Discharge | 18,352 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02574 |
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
STATE OF OKLAHOMA
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Prison?
Prison 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 Prison?
Prison is owned by STATE OF OKLAHOMA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Prison built?
Prison was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Prison?
Prison 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 Prison?
Prison has a dam height of 28 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 Prison last inspected?
Prison was last inspected on May 31, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.