Sledge Olen
Key Takeaway
Sledge Olen is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 19.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 866 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21435 |
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
WALLING LAND RESOURCES COMPANY LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sledge Olen?
Sledge Olen 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 Sledge Olen?
Sledge Olen is owned by WALLING LAND RESOURCES COMPANY LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sledge Olen built?
Sledge Olen 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 Sledge Olen?
Sledge Olen serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sledge Olen?
Sledge Olen 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 Sledge Olen last inspected?
Sledge Olen was last inspected on September 2, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.