Upper Danielson
Key Takeaway
Upper Danielson is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1929 and is 97 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Year Completed | 1929 (97 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12035 |
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
ST CRISPINS EPISCOPAL CONFERENCE CENTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Danielson?
Upper Danielson 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 Upper Danielson?
Upper Danielson is owned by ST CRISPINS EPISCOPAL CONFERENCE CENTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Danielson built?
Upper Danielson was completed in 1929, making it 97 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 Upper Danielson?
Upper Danielson 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 Upper Danielson?
Upper Danielson 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 Upper Danielson last inspected?
Upper Danielson was last inspected on December 14, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.