Yardbrough Billy
Key Takeaway
Yardbrough Billy 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 | 18 ft (taller than 7.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02328 |
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
DE BACA LAND & CATTLE LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Yardbrough Billy?
Yardbrough Billy 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 Yardbrough Billy?
Yardbrough Billy is owned by DE BACA LAND & CATTLE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Yardbrough Billy built?
Yardbrough Billy 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 Yardbrough Billy?
Yardbrough Billy 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 Yardbrough Billy?
Yardbrough Billy has a dam height of 18 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 Yardbrough Billy last inspected?
Yardbrough Billy was last inspected on April 7, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.