Thurman

TR-SALT FORK ARKANSAS RIV· Woods, Oklahoma· Built 1950· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Thurman 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 26 ft (taller than 38.9% in OK)
Dam Length340 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage70 acre-ft
Max Discharge1,230 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDOK20918

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: November 30, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

WEST THURMAN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Thurman?

Thurman 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 Thurman?

Thurman is owned by WEST THURMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Thurman built?

Thurman 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 Thurman?

Thurman 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 Thurman?

Thurman has a dam height of 26 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 Thurman last inspected?

Thurman was last inspected on November 30, 2010. 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.