Whites
Key Takeaway
Whites is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 5,199 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21261 |
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
WILLIAM AND MARY TAYLOR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whites?
Whites 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 Whites?
Whites is owned by WILLIAM AND MARY TAYLOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whites built?
Whites was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Whites?
Whites 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 Whites?
Whites has a dam height of 30 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 Whites last inspected?
Whites was last inspected on November 30, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.