Rich Lake
Key Takeaway
Rich Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 2002 and is 24 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 89.5% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 2002 (24 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30199 |
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
BOKCHITO LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rich Lake?
Rich Lake 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 Rich Lake?
Rich Lake is owned by BOKCHITO LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rich Lake built?
Rich Lake was completed in 2002, making it 24 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 Rich Lake?
Rich Lake serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rich Lake?
Rich Lake has a dam height of 44 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 Rich Lake last inspected?
Rich Lake was last inspected on March 22, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.