Sequoyah Fuels
Key Takeaway
Sequoyah Fuels is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 89.5% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 75 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,604 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22240 |
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
SEQUOYAH FUELS CORP
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Sequoyah Fuels?
Sequoyah Fuels 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 Sequoyah Fuels?
Sequoyah Fuels is owned by SEQUOYAH FUELS CORP (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sequoyah Fuels built?
Sequoyah Fuels was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Sequoyah Fuels?
Sequoyah Fuels 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 Sequoyah Fuels?
Sequoyah Fuels has a dam height of 44 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 Sequoyah Fuels last inspected?
Sequoyah Fuels was last inspected on December 3, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.