Arbuckle Dike 2 is a federally-owned earth dam located in Dougherty, Oklahoma, along Rock Creek.
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Built in 1966 by the Bureau of Reclamation, this dam serves as a vital water supply structure with a primary purpose of providing water storage. Standing at a height of 16 feet with a hydraulic height of 9 feet, Arbuckle Dike 2 has a storage capacity of 108,839 acre-feet and a maximum discharge capability of 3,410 cubic feet per second.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a moderate risk assessment, Arbuckle Dike 2 is closely monitored by the Bureau of Reclamation, which also handles its inspections and operations. This dam has a structural height of 16 feet and a length of 75 feet, covering a surface area of 3,127 acres and draining an area of 131 square miles. Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, Arbuckle Dike 2 plays a crucial role in water resource management in Murray County, Oklahoma, safeguarding against flooding and ensuring a reliable water supply for the surrounding area.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
75 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
ROCK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3127 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Drainage Area |
131 |
Nid Storage |
108839 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock |
Nid Height |
16 |
Rock Creek At Sulphur
|
8cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
319cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
57cfs |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
49cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
327cfs |
Mud Creek Near Courtney
|
0cfs |