Oknoname 063026 is a privately owned earth dam located in Cross Roads, Oklahoma, along the TR-SPRING CREEK river/stream.
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Built in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 20 feet and stretches for 560 feet, providing a storage capacity of 270 acre-feet. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, this dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), ensuring its safe operation and maintenance.
The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1050 cubic feet per second. Its primary purpose is categorized as 'Other', with the structure designed for multiple functions beyond flood control and water storage. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its risk assessment is classified as 'Very High (1)', necessitating regular inspections and risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards.
Located in Hughes County, Oklahoma, Oknoname 063026 is under the jurisdiction of the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With its strategic placement and critical role in water resource management, this dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the local community and highlights the importance of maintaining and monitoring such structures in the face of changing climate patterns and water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
560 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
270 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Canadian River At Calvin
|
361cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
12cfs |
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
|
209cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
8cfs |
North Canadian River At Shawnee
|
177cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
141cfs |