Templo De Alabanza
Key Takeaway
Templo De Alabanza is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 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 | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 618 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,920 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11089 |
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
TEMPLO DE ALABANZA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Templo De Alabanza?
Templo De Alabanza 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 Templo De Alabanza?
Templo De Alabanza is owned by TEMPLO DE ALABANZA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Templo De Alabanza built?
Templo De Alabanza was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Templo De Alabanza?
Templo De Alabanza 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 Templo De Alabanza?
Templo De Alabanza has a dam height of 20 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 Templo De Alabanza last inspected?
Templo De Alabanza was last inspected on January 17, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.