Savage Dam
Key Takeaway
Savage Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 49 ft (taller than 93.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Max Storage | 970 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 967 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 506 cfs |
| NID ID | OK30458 |
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
BASIL SAVAGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Savage Dam?
Savage Dam 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 Savage Dam?
Savage Dam is owned by BASIL SAVAGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Savage Dam?
Savage Dam 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 Savage Dam?
Savage Dam has a dam height of 49 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.