Wallace Don
Key Takeaway
Wallace Don is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 856 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 767 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13133 |
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
CHARLEY KUYKENDALL
Private
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wallace Don?
Wallace Don 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 Wallace Don?
Wallace Don is owned by CHARLEY KUYKENDALL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wallace Don built?
Wallace Don was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Wallace Don?
Wallace Don serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wallace Don?
Wallace Don 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 Wallace Don last inspected?
Wallace Don was last inspected on August 9, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.