Thompson Loren
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 Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 546 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21598 |
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
MIKE & ELIZABETH MCGUIRE
Private
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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.