Woodward Jim
Key Takeaway
Woodward Jim is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 272 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,044 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21892 |
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
SHARON WOODWARD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodward Jim?
Woodward Jim 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 Woodward Jim?
Woodward Jim is owned by SHARON WOODWARD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodward Jim built?
Woodward Jim was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Woodward Jim?
Woodward Jim serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Woodward Jim?
Woodward Jim 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 Woodward Jim last inspected?
Woodward Jim was last inspected on November 30, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.