Oknoname 063018 is a privately owned dam located in Wetumka, Hughes County, Oklahoma.
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Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at 15 feet high with a hydraulic height of 14 feet and a length of 510 feet. It serves as a structure on the TR-Wewoka Creek, with a primary purpose classified as "Other". The dam has a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet and is equipped with a controlled spillway.
Although the dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential, it is considered to have a very high risk assessment level. The condition assessment of the dam is currently listed as "Not Rated", with the last inspection conducted in August 2011. Despite being under state regulatory jurisdiction and subject to permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, the dam's Emergency Action Plan status and risk management measures are not reported in the data.
Overall, Oknoname 063018 is a significant water resource structure in Oklahoma, contributing to flood control and water storage in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam presents an interesting case study in dam management and infrastructure resilience, with its notable risk assessment and regulatory oversight providing insights into the complexities of maintaining and monitoring critical water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WEWOKA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
12cfs |
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
|
209cfs |
Canadian River At Calvin
|
361cfs |
North Canadian River At Shawnee
|
177cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
8cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
141cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Wewoka Lake
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Holdenville Lake
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Sportsmans Lake
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