Whitaker Home Pond
Key Takeaway
Whitaker Home Pond is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 557 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,230 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21200 |
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
DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Whitaker Home Pond?
Whitaker Home Pond 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 Whitaker Home Pond?
Whitaker Home Pond is owned by DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitaker Home Pond built?
Whitaker Home Pond was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Whitaker Home Pond?
Whitaker Home Pond 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 Whitaker Home Pond?
Whitaker Home Pond has a dam height of 15 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 Whitaker Home Pond last inspected?
Whitaker Home Pond was last inspected on December 2, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.