Raymond Chambers
Key Takeaway
Raymond Chambers is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 38.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 555 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 73 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,408 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,185 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30095 |
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
MICHAEL AND EUNICE CHAMBERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Raymond Chambers?
Raymond Chambers 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 Raymond Chambers?
Raymond Chambers is owned by MICHAEL AND EUNICE CHAMBERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Raymond Chambers built?
Raymond Chambers was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Raymond Chambers?
Raymond Chambers 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 Raymond Chambers?
Raymond Chambers has a dam height of 26 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.