Wares Iona

RED FORK CR· Woods, Oklahoma· Built 1984· Earth· 25 ft tall
Unknown Other Private

Key Takeaway

Wares Iona is classified as unknown in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDOK22020

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 4, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

IONA WARES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wares Iona?

Wares Iona is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Wares Iona?

Wares Iona is owned by IONA WARES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Wares Iona built?

Wares Iona was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Wares Iona?

Wares Iona 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 Wares Iona?

Wares Iona 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 Wares Iona last inspected?

Wares Iona was last inspected on August 4, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.