Tapley John
Key Takeaway
Tapley John is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 17.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Max Discharge | 992 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10053 |
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
TOMMIE BUTLER & WILMA J HICKMAN
Private
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Low Hazard 31 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tapley John?
Tapley John 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 Tapley John?
Tapley John is owned by TOMMIE BUTLER & WILMA J HICKMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tapley John built?
Tapley John 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 Tapley John?
Tapley John 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 Tapley John?
Tapley John 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 Tapley John last inspected?
Tapley John was last inspected on May 12, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.