P.S.O.
Key Takeaway
P.S.O. is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 3,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20950 |
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
P.S.O.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of P.S.O.?
P.S.O. 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 P.S.O.?
P.S.O. is owned by P.S.O. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was P.S.O. built?
P.S.O. was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 P.S.O.?
P.S.O. serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is P.S.O.?
P.S.O. has a dam height of 20 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 P.S.O. last inspected?
P.S.O. was last inspected on May 20, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.