Wayne Walters
Key Takeaway
Wayne Walters is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 76.9% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 518 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21568 |
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
MICHAEL R DUERR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wayne Walters?
Wayne Walters 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 Wayne Walters?
Wayne Walters is owned by MICHAEL R DUERR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wayne Walters built?
Wayne Walters was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Wayne Walters?
Wayne Walters 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 Wayne Walters?
Wayne Walters 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 Wayne Walters last inspected?
Wayne Walters was last inspected on August 14, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.