Schooler Lake
Key Takeaway
Schooler Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 435 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 306 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Max Discharge | 3,410 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OK01509 |
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
DEPT OF WILDLIFE
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Schooler Lake?
Schooler Lake 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 Schooler Lake?
Schooler Lake is owned by DEPT OF WILDLIFE (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schooler Lake built?
Schooler Lake was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Schooler Lake?
Schooler Lake 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 Schooler Lake?
Schooler Lake has a dam height of 22 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 Schooler Lake last inspected?
Schooler Lake was last inspected on March 28, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.