Tydol is a privately owned dam in Creek County, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Humidity
Completed in 1940, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a length of 730 feet. It has a storage capacity of 540 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 30 acre-feet. The dam is located on the TR-Tiger Creek within the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Tydol's spillway is of the controlled type, with a width of 1 foot. The dam has been assessed as having a low hazard potential, however, it has a very high risk assessment rating. Despite being in a good condition, it has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in August 2011, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 5 years.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in Oklahoma may find Tydol an interesting location for recreational activities, given its historical significance and the potential risks associated with its current state. The dam's location in Drumright offers a unique opportunity to explore the surrounding natural environment and appreciate the engineering marvels that support water resource management in the region. With its low hazard potential and high risk assessment rating, Tydol serves as a reminder of the importance of monitoring and maintaining infrastructure to ensure public safety and environmental sustainability in the face of climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
730 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TIGER CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
540 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
27 |
Cimarron River Near Ripley
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544cfs |
Black Bear Creek At Pawnee
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11cfs |
Deep Fork At Warwick
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23cfs |
Arkansas River At Tulsa
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10300cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
141cfs |
Joe Creek At 61st St At Tulsa
|
2cfs |
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Oaklake Trails Naturist Park
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Stroud Municipal Lake
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Jim Thorpe Park
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