Van Schuyver Lake
Key Takeaway
Van Schuyver Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12881 |
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
JC & BILLYE M SCHUYVER REV TRUST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Van Schuyver Lake?
Van Schuyver Lake 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 Van Schuyver Lake?
Van Schuyver Lake is owned by JC & BILLYE M SCHUYVER REV TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Van Schuyver Lake built?
Van Schuyver Lake was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Van Schuyver Lake?
Van Schuyver Lake 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 Van Schuyver Lake?
Van Schuyver Lake 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 Van Schuyver Lake last inspected?
Van Schuyver Lake was last inspected on December 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.