Widney Irrigation Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Widney Irrigation Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 339 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2,440 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13237 |
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
LARRY & JULIA SCOTT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Widney Irrigation Reservoir?
Widney Irrigation Reservoir 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 Widney Irrigation Reservoir?
Widney Irrigation Reservoir is owned by LARRY & JULIA SCOTT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Widney Irrigation Reservoir built?
Widney Irrigation Reservoir was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Widney Irrigation Reservoir?
Widney Irrigation Reservoir serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Widney Irrigation Reservoir?
Widney Irrigation Reservoir 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 Widney Irrigation Reservoir last inspected?
Widney Irrigation Reservoir was last inspected on July 16, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.