South Oaks Pond
Key Takeaway
South Oaks Pond is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 291 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12623 |
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
COUNTRY LAKE ESTATES HOA C/O MELISSA GIVENS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of South Oaks Pond?
South Oaks Pond 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 South Oaks Pond?
South Oaks Pond is owned by COUNTRY LAKE ESTATES HOA C/O MELISSA GIVENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was South Oaks Pond built?
South Oaks Pond was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 South Oaks Pond?
South Oaks Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is South Oaks Pond?
South Oaks Pond has a dam height of 30 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 South Oaks Pond last inspected?
South Oaks Pond was last inspected on December 15, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.