Steele Ralph
Key Takeaway
Steele Ralph is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13121 |
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
RAY & CARLA STEELE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Steele Ralph?
Steele Ralph 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 Steele Ralph?
Steele Ralph is owned by RAY & CARLA STEELE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Steele Ralph built?
Steele Ralph was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Steele Ralph?
Steele Ralph 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 Steele Ralph?
Steele Ralph 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 Steele Ralph last inspected?
Steele Ralph was last inspected on August 8, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.