Oknoname 059029, a privately owned earth dam located in Lovedale, Harper County, Oklahoma, was designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1965.
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This dam, standing at a height of 20 feet and stretching 450 feet in length, serves a primary purpose labeled as 'Other.' Its maximum storage capacity is 230 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 90 acre-feet and a surface area of 4 acres. The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and undergoes state inspection, enforcement, and permitting processes.
With a controlled spillway type and a low hazard potential, Oknoname 059029 has a very high risk assessment rating of 1. Although currently in a 'Not Rated' condition assessment status, the dam has an inspection frequency of 5 years, with the last inspection conducted on August 12, 2011. The structure features a valve outlet gate and is situated along the TR-Sand Creek, falling under the jurisdiction of the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The local congressman representing the area is Frank D. Lucas, a Republican.
Overall, Oknoname 059029 stands as a crucial water resource management infrastructure in Oklahoma, contributing to flood control, water storage, and environmental conservation efforts. The dam's history, design specifications, and regulatory framework highlight its significance in ensuring water security and climate resilience in the region, underscoring the collaborative efforts between private owners, federal agencies, and state authorities in safeguarding critical water resources. As a key component in the state's water infrastructure network, Oknoname 059029 plays a vital role in mitigating risks, enhancing water supply reliability, and promoting sustainable water management practices in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SAND CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
230 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Cimarron River Near Buffalo
|
75cfs |
North Canadian River At Woodward
|
59cfs |
Cimarron R Near Buttermilk
|
43cfs |
Bluff Creek Nr Buttermilk
|
43cfs |
Cimarron River Near Waynoka
|
133cfs |
Crooked C Nr Englewood
|
7cfs |