McCarley Lake in Bryan County, Oklahoma is a privately owned reservoir primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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The earth dam, constructed in 1969, stands at a height of 25 feet and has a hydraulic height of 23 feet. With a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet, the lake's normal storage level is 60 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 1 acre. Its spillway, controlled in type, has a width of 1 foot and a maximum discharge of 438 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, McCarley Lake is inspected every 5 years for safety and hazard potential, with a low risk assessment rating. Despite being classified as "Very High (1)" in terms of risk management, the dam's condition has not been rated recently. The emergency action plan status and compliance with guidelines remain unclear, indicating a need for updated safety protocols. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the unique features and regulatory oversight of McCarley Lake make it an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure and water management in Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
1125 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EASTMAN CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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