Flying Ranch No 1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Le Flore, Oklahoma, near the city of Whitesboro.
Built in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 380 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is classified as "Other," with a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment ranking.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Flying Ranch No 1 is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 2 feet and one valve outlet gate. Despite not having a condition assessment rating, the dam's risk management measures are under review due to its risk assessment classification as very high.
Situated along the TR-Little Buzzard Creek, Flying Ranch No 1 serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area, providing storage for up to 220 acre-feet of water for various purposes. With its strategic location and state oversight, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating potential risks in Le Flore County, Oklahoma.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
650 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LITTLE BUZZARD CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
380 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
32 |
Fourche Maline Near Red Oak
|
5cfs |
Kiamichi River Near Big Cedar
|
44cfs |
Kiamichi River Near Clayton
|
352cfs |
Black Fork Below Big Creek Nr Page
|
13cfs |
Mountain Fork At Smithville
|
58cfs |
Poteau River At Loving
|
125cfs |