Wyatt Lb, located in Caddo, Oklahoma, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1961 with a height of 30 feet and a length of 680 feet.
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This structure serves as a vital resource for water storage, with a maximum capacity of 240 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 80 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a controlled spillway and a hazard potential rated as low, Wyatt Lb poses minimal risk to surrounding areas. However, it is classified as having a very high risk assessment, indicating the importance of proper risk management measures. The dam has not undergone recent condition assessments but has one outlet gate for water release. Despite its remote location in Eakley, this dam on TR-LAKE CR is a crucial part of the water infrastructure in the region, providing essential water storage and flood control capabilities.
Although Wyatt Lb has not been modified in recent years, its presence as a key water resource in the area underscores the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures. With a designated emergency action plan and regular inspections, this earth dam plays a significant role in water resource management in Caddo County, Oklahoma. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the role that Wyatt Lb plays in ensuring water security and safety for the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
680 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LAKE CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
240 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
Canadian River At Bridgeport
|
126cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Fort Cobb
|
4cfs |
Washita River Near Clinton
|
32cfs |