Weder John
Key Takeaway
Weder John is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21889 |
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
TOMMY WEDER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Weder John?
Weder John 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 Weder John?
Weder John is owned by TOMMY WEDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weder John built?
Weder John 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 Weder John?
Weder John 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 Weder John?
Weder John has a dam height of 35 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 Weder John last inspected?
Weder John was last inspected on August 16, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.