Ray Sawatsky
Key Takeaway
Ray Sawatsky is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 51.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 536 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 456 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21566 |
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
WMB & KAREN L ROBERTSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ray Sawatsky?
Ray Sawatsky 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 Ray Sawatsky?
Ray Sawatsky is owned by WMB & KAREN L ROBERTSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ray Sawatsky built?
Ray Sawatsky 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 Ray Sawatsky?
Ray Sawatsky 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 Ray Sawatsky?
Ray Sawatsky has a dam height of 29 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 Ray Sawatsky last inspected?
Ray Sawatsky was last inspected on June 10, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.