Wright Pond
Key Takeaway
Wright Pond is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | OK30569 |
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
Gary Wright
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wright Pond?
Wright Pond 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 Wright Pond?
Wright Pond is owned by Gary Wright (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wright Pond?
Wright Pond 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 Wright Pond?
Wright Pond has a dam height of 23 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.