Keeler W.
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Humidity
W., located in Osage County, Oklahoma, is a privately owned water resource managed by the USDA NRCS. Constructed in 1950, this earth dam stands at 30 feet high and spans 400 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 750 acre-feet. The dam serves as a vital structure for the control of TR-BUCK CR stream flow, with a spillway width of 1 foot and a maximum discharge capacity of 2790 cubic feet per second.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Keeler W. W. is considered to have a very high risk due to its condition assessment being rated as "Not Rated." The dam has not been inspected since August 2006, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. Although there are no Emergency Action Plans in place, the dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, ensuring that state permitting, inspection, and enforcement measures are in place to maintain its safety and integrity. Keeler W. W. stands as a significant structure contributing to water resource management in the region, warranting continued monitoring and maintenance in the face of climate challenges and evolving water resource needs.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BUCK CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
750 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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66cfs |
Caney R Nr Elgin
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33cfs |
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7cfs |
Hominy Creek Near Hominy
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2cfs |
Caney River Near Ramona
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51cfs |
Verdigris River Near Lenapah
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431cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Wah - Sha - She State Park
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