Stanton Lake
Key Takeaway
Stanton Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 954 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 52 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1953 |
| NID ID | OK21482 |
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
Mcalester Aap
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stanton Lake?
Stanton 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 Stanton Lake?
Stanton Lake is owned by Mcalester Aap (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stanton Lake built?
Stanton Lake was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Stanton Lake?
Stanton Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stanton Lake?
Stanton Lake has a dam height of 45 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 Stanton Lake last inspected?
Stanton Lake was last inspected on October 26, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.