Wister Wildlife Management Center dam
Wister Wildlife Management Center
The Wister Wildlife Management Center in Oklahoma is a state-regulated facility designed for fish and wildlife pond management. Built in 1978, this Earth dam structure stands at a height of 45 feet, with a storage capacity of 235 acre-feet and a surface area of 38 acres. The dam's primary purpose is to provide a habitat for various wildlife species and support conservation efforts in the area.
Located in Le Flore County, Oklahoma, the Wister Wildlife Management Center is a key resource for water and climate enthusiasts interested in the preservation of natural habitats and ecosystems. The dam's low hazard potential and very high risk assessment rating make it an important asset for wildlife management and environmental protection. The facility is regularly inspected and maintained to ensure its structural integrity and safety for both wildlife and the surrounding community.
With its controlled spillway and valve outlet gates, the Wister Wildlife Management Center plays a crucial role in managing water flow and maintaining the ecological balance of the area. As a part of the Tulsa District, this facility showcases the state's commitment to wildlife conservation and sustainable water resource management. Visitors can appreciate the center's contribution to the local ecosystem and its efforts to support biodiversity in the region.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Wister Wildlife Management Center -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Fourche Maline Near Red Oak | 7 cfs | → |
| Poteau River Near Panama | 246 cfs | → |
| Poteau River At Loving | 52 cfs | → |
| Black Fork Below Big Creek Nr Page | 206 cfs | → |
| Kiamichi River Near Big Cedar | 215 cfs | → |
| Canadian River Near Whitefield | 357 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Wister Wildlife Management Center.
Boat launches
- Cedar Lake Road Le Flore County
- Ash Creek Road Latimer County
- Southwest 1026th Avenue Latimer County
- Cowlington
Campgrounds
- Victor Area - Lake Wister State Park
- Wards Landing - Lake Wister State Park
- Quarry Island - Lake Wister State Park
- Below The Dam - Lake Wister State Park
- Talimena State Park
- Hale Scout Reservation
Fishing spots
Track Wister Wildlife Management Center in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Wister Wildlife Management Center
Where does the data for Wister Wildlife Management Center come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Wister Wildlife Management Center.