Oknoname 111039 is a privately owned Earth dam located in Henryetta, Oklahoma, specifically on TR-COAL CREEK.
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Built in 1940, this dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, this structure plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Despite being a privately owned dam, Oknoname 111039 is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam is equipped with a valve outlet gate and has a maximum discharge capacity of 620 cubic feet per second, making it an important infrastructure for flood control and water storage in the area.
Although the dam's condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Rated," its risk assessment is classified as "Very High (1)." With a history dating back to almost 80 years, Oknoname 111039 presents an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of aging infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions and increasing risks of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
3700 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COAL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
|
212cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
142cfs |
Canadian River At Calvin
|
361cfs |
Arkansas River Near Haskell
|
6440cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
14cfs |
Little Haikey Creek At 101st St South At Tulsa
|
0cfs |