Oknoname 073003, located in Twin Lakes, Oklahoma, is a privately owned dam regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
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Completed in 1965, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a length of 660 feet, with a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes and is primarily used for flood control on the TR-Campbell Creek.
Despite being classified as low hazard potential, Oknoname 073003 is considered to have a very high risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 1. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. While the dam has not been rated for its condition, it undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in January 2010. The dam is not operated by the US Army Corps of Engineers and does not have an Emergency Action Plan in place.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Oknoname 073003 an interesting case study due to its unique design features and risk assessment. The dam's location in Kingfisher County on the TR-Campbell Creek adds to its significance in terms of local water resource management. As a privately owned structure with state regulation, the dam showcases the importance of public-private partnerships in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
660 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CAMPBELL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
60 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
19 |
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