Richardson Dave No.1
Key Takeaway
Richardson Dave No.1 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 470 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,490 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13196 |
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
MARCY MARIE KOERNER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richardson Dave No.1?
Richardson Dave No.1 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 Richardson Dave No.1?
Richardson Dave No.1 is owned by MARCY MARIE KOERNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richardson Dave No.1 built?
Richardson Dave No.1 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Richardson Dave No.1?
Richardson Dave No.1 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 Richardson Dave No.1?
Richardson Dave No.1 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 Richardson Dave No.1 last inspected?
Richardson Dave No.1 was last inspected on August 19, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.