Oknoname 083001, located in Logan, Oklahoma, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Completed in 1960, this structure stands 20 feet high and has a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet. Situated along the TR-Bear Creek, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Oknoname 083001 is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state to ensure its operational integrity. With a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential, this dam poses minimal risk to surrounding communities. Although its condition has not been officially rated, its very high risk assessment score of 1 indicates the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to uphold its flood control capabilities.
Despite its remote location in Meridian, Oklahoma, Oknoname 083001 serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in the area's water resource management. With a history dating back to the 1960s and a focus on flood risk reduction, this dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding communities from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
620 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BEAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Guthrie Lake
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Liberty Lake
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Arcadia Lake
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