Twin Lakes East
Key Takeaway
Twin Lakes East is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 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 | 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 445 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11000 |
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
TWIN LAKES HOA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twin Lakes East?
Twin Lakes East 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 Twin Lakes East?
Twin Lakes East is owned by TWIN LAKES HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twin Lakes East built?
Twin Lakes East was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Twin Lakes East?
Twin Lakes East 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 Twin Lakes East?
Twin Lakes East has a dam height of 23 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 Twin Lakes East last inspected?
Twin Lakes East was last inspected on December 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.