Warrenton Lake
Key Takeaway
Warrenton Lake is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 196 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11091 |
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
WARREN MEDICAL CENTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Warrenton Lake?
Warrenton 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 Warrenton Lake?
Warrenton Lake is owned by WARREN MEDICAL CENTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Warrenton Lake built?
Warrenton 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 Warrenton Lake?
Warrenton Lake 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 Warrenton Lake?
Warrenton 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 Warrenton Lake last inspected?
Warrenton Lake was last inspected on December 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.