Wister Wildlife Management Center
Key Takeaway
Wister Wildlife Management Center is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.3% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 235 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21879 |
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
DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
State Government
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High Hazard 63 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wister Wildlife Management Center?
Wister Wildlife Management Center 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 Wister Wildlife Management Center?
Wister Wildlife Management Center is owned by DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wister Wildlife Management Center built?
Wister Wildlife Management Center was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Wister Wildlife Management Center?
Wister Wildlife Management Center serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wister Wildlife Management Center?
Wister Wildlife Management Center has a dam height of 45 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 Wister Wildlife Management Center last inspected?
Wister Wildlife Management Center was last inspected on February 22, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.