Sims No.1
Key Takeaway
Sims No.1 is classified as unknown in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 3,737 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 511 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21360 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
S.B.SIMS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sims No.1?
Sims No.1 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Sims No.1?
Sims No.1 is owned by S.B.SIMS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sims No.1 built?
Sims No.1 was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Sims No.1?
Sims No.1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sims No.1?
Sims No.1 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 Sims No.1 last inspected?
Sims No.1 was last inspected on August 14, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.