Ruth Clark
Key Takeaway
Ruth Clark 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 | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21371 |
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
RUTH O CLARK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ruth Clark?
Ruth Clark 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 Ruth Clark?
Ruth Clark is owned by RUTH O CLARK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ruth Clark built?
Ruth Clark 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 Ruth Clark?
Ruth Clark 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 Ruth Clark?
Ruth Clark 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 Ruth Clark last inspected?
Ruth Clark was last inspected on May 12, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.