Kaouse He is a privately owned dam located in Sapulpa, Oklahoma, along Biven Creek.
Wind
Humidity
Completed in 1960, the earth dam stands at 25 feet tall and has a length of 335 feet, with a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Kaouse He is listed as "Other," with a low hazard potential rating and a very high risk assessment score of 1.
Despite being privately owned, Kaouse He is subject to state regulation and inspection by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB). The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. While its condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," the last inspection was conducted in August 2011, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the area may find Kaouse He an interesting structure to study, given its historical significance, design characteristics, and risk assessment. The dam's association with Biven Creek and its location within the Tulsa District add to its importance in the local watershed management and flood control efforts.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
335 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
BIVEN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |