Talihina Lake
Key Takeaway
Talihina Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 231 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Max Discharge | 409 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02173 |
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
TOWN OF TALIHINA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Talihina Lake?
Talihina 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 Talihina Lake?
Talihina Lake is owned by TOWN OF TALIHINA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Talihina Lake built?
Talihina Lake was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Talihina Lake?
Talihina Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Talihina Lake?
Talihina Lake has a dam height of 40 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 Talihina Lake last inspected?
Talihina Lake was last inspected on September 10, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.