Waxhoma Lake
Key Takeaway
Waxhoma Lake is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 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 | 50 ft (taller than 94.2% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 140 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10731 |
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 BARNSDALL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Waxhoma Lake?
Waxhoma 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 Waxhoma Lake?
Waxhoma Lake is owned by CITY OF BARNSDALL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waxhoma Lake built?
Waxhoma Lake was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Waxhoma Lake?
Waxhoma 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 Waxhoma Lake?
Waxhoma Lake has a dam height of 50 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 Waxhoma Lake last inspected?
Waxhoma Lake was last inspected on August 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.