Weleetka Lake
Key Takeaway
Weleetka Lake is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1923 and is 103 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 | 45 ft (taller than 90.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,978 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 620 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 385 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,852 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1923 (103 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10076 |
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
TOWN OF WELEETKA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Weleetka Lake?
Weleetka 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 Weleetka Lake?
Weleetka Lake is owned by TOWN OF WELEETKA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Weleetka Lake built?
Weleetka Lake was completed in 1923, making it 103 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 Weleetka Lake?
Weleetka 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 Weleetka Lake?
Weleetka Lake has a dam height of 45 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 Weleetka Lake last inspected?
Weleetka Lake was last inspected on December 30, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.