Sutton Wilderness Lake
Key Takeaway
Sutton Wilderness Lake is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 18 ft (taller than 7.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12572 |
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
CITY OF NORMAN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sutton Wilderness Lake?
Sutton Wilderness 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 Sutton Wilderness Lake?
Sutton Wilderness Lake is owned by CITY OF NORMAN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sutton Wilderness Lake built?
Sutton Wilderness 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 Sutton Wilderness Lake?
Sutton Wilderness Lake serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sutton Wilderness Lake?
Sutton Wilderness Lake has a dam height of 18 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 Sutton Wilderness Lake last inspected?
Sutton Wilderness Lake was last inspected on November 2, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.