Bishop Troy O.
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is a privately owned dam located in Sparks, Oklahoma, along the TR-Hogshooter Creek. This earth dam, constructed in 1965, stands at a height of 23 feet and has a length of 775 feet. With a storage capacity of 165 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 3400 cubic feet per second, Bishop Troy O. serves multiple purposes beyond water storage and flood control.
Although classified with a low hazard potential, Bishop Troy O. is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB). Despite its condition being listed as "Not Rated," the dam's risk assessment is characterized as "Very High (1)," prompting the need for effective risk management measures. With a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, Bishop Troy O. is equipped to handle potential emergencies efficiently.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Bishop Troy O. an intriguing structure to study, given its location in Lincoln County, Oklahoma, and its historical significance in the local water management system. The dam's association with the TR-Hogshooter Creek, its unique design features, and its state-regulated status make it a pivotal point of interest in the realm of water resource infrastructure and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
775 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HOGSHOOTER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
165 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
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101cfs |
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