Salisbury Melvin
Key Takeaway
Salisbury Melvin is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22027 |
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
MELVIN AND VICKIE SALISBURY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Salisbury Melvin?
Salisbury Melvin 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 Salisbury Melvin?
Salisbury Melvin is owned by MELVIN AND VICKIE SALISBURY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Salisbury Melvin built?
Salisbury Melvin was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Salisbury Melvin?
Salisbury Melvin 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 Salisbury Melvin?
Salisbury Melvin 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 Salisbury Melvin last inspected?
Salisbury Melvin was last inspected on December 14, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.