Eagle Picher Ind is an earth-type dam located in Dewar, Oklahoma, along the TR-COAL CR river.
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Built in 1940, the dam stands at 40 feet high and has a length of 3400 feet, providing a storage capacity of 700 acre-feet. This privately owned dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and undergoes regular inspections, with a low hazard potential rating.
Despite being classified as low hazard, Eagle Picher Ind poses a very high risk due to its age and the potential consequences of failure. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its risk assessment indicates the need for robust risk management measures to mitigate potential threats to downstream communities and ecosystems.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Eagle Picher Ind should be aware of its location in Okmulgee County, Oklahoma, and note that the dam has not been modified in recent years. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are not specified in the available data, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and resilience of this critical infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
3400 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COAL CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
40 |
Nid Storage |
700 |
Structural Height |
40 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |