Inter Business Machines is a privately owned dam located in Noble, Oklahoma, along the TR-CANADIAN RIVER.
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Constructed in 1960, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a length of 680 feet, with a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Inter Business Machines is considered to have a very high risk due to its location and structural characteristics. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and one valve outlet gate. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its safety and integrity.
Inter Business Machines plays a crucial role in water resource management and flood control in the area, serving as a protective barrier against potential flooding events. With its strategic location and design features, this dam represents a key infrastructure asset in safeguarding the surrounding community and environment from the impacts of extreme weather events and water-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
680 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CANADIAN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |