Baker John is a privately owned earth dam located in McClain County, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Maysville.
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Built in 1968, this dam serves various purposes and stands at a height of 28 feet with a length of 745 feet. It has a storage capacity of 240 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 82 acre-feet.
The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and has been inspected periodically, with the last inspection conducted in July 2005. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, it is considered to have a very high risk due to its condition assessment being marked as "Not Rated." The dam has a controlled spillway and is equipped with a single valve outlet gate.
With its location on TR-Criner Creek and its association with the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Baker John presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Its risk assessment and management measures provide valuable insights into the challenges faced by dam infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
745 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CRINER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
240 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
North Criner Creek Near Criner
|
1cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
239cfs |
Walnut Creek At Purcell
|
29cfs |
Canadian River At Purcell
|
201cfs |
Washita River Near Pauls Valley
|
335cfs |
Little Washita River East Of Ninnekah
|
18cfs |