Reservoir #3
Key Takeaway
Reservoir #3 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 2,186 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1954 |
| NID ID | OK21484 |
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
Mcalester Aap
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Reservoir #3?
Reservoir #3 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 Reservoir #3?
Reservoir #3 is owned by Mcalester Aap (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reservoir #3 built?
Reservoir #3 was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Reservoir #3?
Reservoir #3 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reservoir #3?
Reservoir #3 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 Reservoir #3 last inspected?
Reservoir #3 was last inspected on October 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.