White Lake
Key Takeaway
White Lake is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Max Discharge | 868 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02390 |
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
JOHN PAUL HARVELL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of White Lake?
White Lake 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 White Lake?
White Lake is owned by JOHN PAUL HARVELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Lake built?
White Lake was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 White Lake?
White Lake 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 White Lake?
White Lake has a dam height of 20 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 White Lake last inspected?
White Lake was last inspected on December 3, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.