Rocking Ranch
Key Takeaway
Rocking Ranch is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,085 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12509 |
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
STEPHEN DAVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rocking Ranch?
Rocking Ranch 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 Rocking Ranch?
Rocking Ranch is owned by STEPHEN DAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rocking Ranch built?
Rocking Ranch was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Rocking Ranch?
Rocking Ranch 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 Rocking Ranch?
Rocking Ranch 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 Rocking Ranch last inspected?
Rocking Ranch was last inspected on August 8, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.