Twin Lakes West
Key Takeaway
Twin Lakes West 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 | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 989 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11005 |
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 West?
Twin Lakes West 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 West?
Twin Lakes West is owned by TWIN LAKES HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twin Lakes West built?
Twin Lakes West 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 West?
Twin Lakes West 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 West?
Twin Lakes West 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 Twin Lakes West last inspected?
Twin Lakes West was last inspected on December 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.