Oknoname 015006 is a privately owned dam located in Binger, Oklahoma, along the Horseshoe Canyon river stream.
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Constructed in 1950, this earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a length of 340 feet, providing a storage capacity of 360 acre-feet for recreational purposes. Despite its low hazard potential, it is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, with state jurisdiction, permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
The dam features a controlled spillway, valve outlet gates, and a stone core foundation, with a maximum discharge capacity of 990 cubic feet per second. While the condition assessment of Oknoname 015006 is currently not rated, it is subject to periodic inspections every 5 years. Although the risk assessment categorizes it as having a very high risk level, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not specified. Overall, Oknoname 015006 serves as a vital water resource for the local community and a popular spot for recreational activities, highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring in safeguarding our water infrastructure and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
HORSESHOE CANYON |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
360 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Willow Creek Near Albert
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2cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Fort Cobb
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4cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
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16cfs |
Washita River At Anadarko
|
121cfs |
Canadian River At Bridgeport
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126cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Fort Cobb - Area 4
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Catfish Cove Campground
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Fort Cobb - Area 3
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Goose Feather Campground
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Cove Rd Campground
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Caddo Hill Campground
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