Whittington
Key Takeaway
Whittington is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK10248 |
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
MICHAEL G & LEON R FUHRMANN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whittington?
Whittington 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 Whittington?
Whittington is owned by MICHAEL G & LEON R FUHRMANN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whittington built?
Whittington was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Whittington?
Whittington 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 Whittington?
Whittington has a dam height of 28 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 Whittington last inspected?
Whittington was last inspected on May 3, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.