Richardson Gc
Key Takeaway
Richardson Gc is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 804 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Max Discharge | 800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10406 |
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
JAY L RICHARDSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richardson Gc?
Richardson Gc 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 Gc?
Richardson Gc is owned by JAY L RICHARDSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richardson Gc built?
Richardson Gc was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Gc?
Richardson Gc serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Richardson Gc?
Richardson Gc 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 Gc last inspected?
Richardson Gc was last inspected on April 16, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.