Summit Lake
Key Takeaway
Summit Lake is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 17.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 810 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12578 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SUMMIT LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Summit Lake?
Summit Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Summit Lake?
Summit Lake is owned by SUMMIT LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Summit Lake built?
Summit Lake 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 Summit Lake?
Summit Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Summit Lake?
Summit Lake has a dam height of 21 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 Summit Lake last inspected?
Summit Lake was last inspected on August 23, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.