Thompson Loren

TR-BUFFALO CR· Roger Mills, Oklahoma· Built 1983· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Thompson Loren is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK)
Dam Length620 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area546 sq mi
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDOK21598

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 23, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

MIKE & ELIZABETH MCGUIRE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Thompson Loren?

Thompson Loren 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 Thompson Loren?

Thompson Loren is owned by MIKE & ELIZABETH MCGUIRE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Thompson Loren built?

Thompson Loren was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Thompson Loren?

Thompson Loren 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 Thompson Loren?

Thompson Loren has a dam height of 28 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 Thompson Loren last inspected?

Thompson Loren was last inspected on May 23, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.