Rackley Dorothy
Key Takeaway
Rackley Dorothy is classified as unknown in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21996 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DOROTHY RACKLEY
Private
Nearby Dams
Wares Iona
Woods, OK
Unknown 25 ftOknoname 30157
Woods, OK
Low Hazard 31 ftLenhart
Woods, OK
Low Hazard 30 ftDam KS00433
Comanche, KS
Low Hazard 33 ftAdams #6
Woods, OK
Low Hazard 29 ftGoll #1
Woods, OK
Low Hazard 30 ftDam KS00434
Comanche, KS
Low Hazard 26 ftDam KS00222
Barber, KS
Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rackley Dorothy?
Rackley Dorothy is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Rackley Dorothy?
Rackley Dorothy is owned by DOROTHY RACKLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rackley Dorothy built?
Rackley Dorothy was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Rackley Dorothy?
Rackley Dorothy 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 Rackley Dorothy?
Rackley Dorothy has a dam height of 25 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 Rackley Dorothy last inspected?
Rackley Dorothy was last inspected on August 7, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.