Walters City Lake
Key Takeaway
Walters City Lake is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,910 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 861 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 182 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00560 |
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
CITY OF WALTERS
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Walters City Lake?
Walters City Lake 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 Walters City Lake?
Walters City Lake is owned by CITY OF WALTERS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walters City Lake built?
Walters City Lake was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Walters City Lake?
Walters City Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Walters City Lake?
Walters City Lake has a dam height of 30 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 Walters City Lake last inspected?
Walters City Lake was last inspected on December 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.