Salyer
Key Takeaway
Salyer is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,280 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13152 |
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
WILLIE L & JEANNIE SALYER
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Salyer?
Salyer 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 Salyer?
Salyer is owned by WILLIE L & JEANNIE SALYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Salyer built?
Salyer was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Salyer?
Salyer 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 Salyer?
Salyer has a dam height of 30 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 Salyer last inspected?
Salyer was last inspected on November 30, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.