Washita County State School Land
Key Takeaway
Washita County State School Land is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 76.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 154 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,984 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21316 |
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
STATE SCHOOL LAND
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Washita County State School Land?
Washita County State School Land 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 Washita County State School Land?
Washita County State School Land is owned by STATE SCHOOL LAND (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Washita County State School Land built?
Washita County State School Land was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Washita County State School Land?
Washita County State School Land 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 Washita County State School Land?
Washita County State School Land has a dam height of 36 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 Washita County State School Land last inspected?
Washita County State School Land was last inspected on August 14, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.