Sunset Lake
Key Takeaway
Sunset Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 262 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 770 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 72 acres |
| Max Discharge | 7,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12938 |
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
SUNSET LAKE ESTATES INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sunset Lake?
Sunset 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 Sunset Lake?
Sunset Lake is owned by SUNSET LAKE ESTATES INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sunset Lake built?
Sunset Lake was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Sunset Lake?
Sunset 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 Sunset Lake?
Sunset Lake 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 Sunset Lake last inspected?
Sunset Lake was last inspected on September 7, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.