University of Okla
Key Takeaway
University of Okla is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21994 |
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
UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of University of Okla?
University of Okla 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 University of Okla?
University of Okla is owned by UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was University of Okla built?
University of Okla was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 University of Okla?
University of Okla serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is University of Okla?
University of Okla has a dam height of 25 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 University of Okla last inspected?
University of Okla was last inspected on July 17, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.