Wetumka
Key Takeaway
Wetumka is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 78.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 169 acres |
| Max Discharge | 5,147 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10223 |
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
CITY OF WETUMKA
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wetumka?
Wetumka 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 Wetumka?
Wetumka is owned by CITY OF WETUMKA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wetumka built?
Wetumka was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Wetumka?
Wetumka 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 Wetumka?
Wetumka has a dam height of 37 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 Wetumka last inspected?
Wetumka was last inspected on August 5, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.