Richardson Gss No.1
Key Takeaway
Richardson Gss No.1 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 400 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21124 |
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
MARY ELLEN RICHARDSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richardson Gss No.1?
Richardson Gss 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 Gss No.1?
Richardson Gss No.1 is owned by MARY ELLEN RICHARDSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richardson Gss No.1 built?
Richardson Gss No.1 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Gss No.1?
Richardson Gss No.1 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 Richardson Gss No.1?
Richardson Gss No.1 has a dam height of 35 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 Gss No.1 last inspected?
Richardson Gss No.1 was last inspected on May 4, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.