Humble Zelder No 2 is a privately-owned earth dam located in Murray County, Oklahoma, along Spring Creek.
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Built in 1940, this dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 360 feet, providing a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, with inspections and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
Despite its low hazard potential, Humble Zelder No 2 is categorized as having a very high risk level (1), emphasizing the need for ongoing risk management. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, with a maximum discharge capacity of 900 cubic feet per second. Although the dam condition is currently not rated, regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to monitor its structural integrity and ensure public safety.
With its location in a high-risk area and the potential for significant impact in the event of failure, Humble Zelder No 2 serves as a crucial structure for water resource management and flood control along Spring Creek. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to stay informed about the condition of dams like Humble Zelder No 2 and support ongoing efforts to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
360 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Rock Creek At Sulphur
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8cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
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317cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
327cfs |
Mud Creek Near Courtney
|
0cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
10cfs |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
44cfs |
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Mountain Lake
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Turner Falls Park
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Healdton Municipal Lake
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