Stephens Thomas N.
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Humidity
is a privately owned earth dam located in Guthrie, Oklahoma, along the TR-Cottonwood Creek. Completed in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a storage capacity of 170 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is listed as 'Other', with a spillway type of 'Controlled' and a hazard potential rated as 'Low'. The dam is under the jurisdiction of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state.
Despite its low hazard potential, Stephens Thomas N. is considered to have a very high risk level (1), indicating the importance of proper risk management measures. The dam has not been assessed for its condition and does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. The last inspection of the dam took place in August 2011, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The dam is equipped with a single valve outlet gate and is situated in Logan County, Oklahoma, within the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the infrastructure and management of dams will find Stephens Thomas N. to be an intriguing case study. With its unique design characteristics, location, and risk assessment, this privately owned earth dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and monitoring of water resources infrastructure to ensure the safety and resilience of communities in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COTTONWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
17 |
Nid Storage |
170 |
Structural Height |
17 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
17 |
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