PSO Comanche Station
Key Takeaway
PSO Comanche Station is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is other. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 9,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 210 acres |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12837 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF OKLAHOMA
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of PSO Comanche Station?
PSO Comanche Station is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates PSO Comanche Station?
PSO Comanche Station is owned by PUBLIC SERVICE COMPANY OF OKLAHOMA (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was PSO Comanche Station built?
PSO Comanche Station was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 PSO Comanche Station?
PSO Comanche Station 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 PSO Comanche Station?
PSO Comanche Station 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 PSO Comanche Station last inspected?
PSO Comanche Station was last inspected on April 17, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.