Pines West is a privately owned earth dam located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1925, this dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a length of 120 feet, providing a storage capacity of 51 acre-feet. The dam is situated on a tributary to Spring Creek and is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a condition assessment of fair, Pines West poses a moderate risk requiring ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and one outlet gate, with a maximum discharge capacity of 9390 cubic feet per second. Despite its age, Pines West continues to serve its recreational purpose, offering a surface area of 5.2 acres and normal storage of 39 acre-feet for visitors to enjoy. As climate enthusiasts, it is important to stay informed about the condition of dams like Pines West to ensure their resilience in the face of changing weather patterns and water resource management challenges.
Year Completed |
1925 |
Dam Length |
120 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Drainage Area |
1.75 |
Nid Storage |
51 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |