Located in Boley, Oklahoma, the Spring dam is a private structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Built in 1960, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 25 feet and spans 450 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 170 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the TR-North Canadian River and is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, ensuring proper inspection, permitting, and enforcement protocols are in place.
With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, the Spring dam is well-maintained and regularly inspected, with the last inspection conducted in May 2011. The dam features a controlled spillway and one valve for outlet gates. Despite its private ownership, the structure is state-regulated and maintained to meet safety standards, making it a vital component in managing water resources in the region and mitigating the impacts of climate variability on the surrounding area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate resilience will find the Spring dam to be a fascinating case study in sustainable dam management and recreational infrastructure development.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH CANADIAN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
170 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
|
200cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
128cfs |
North Canadian River At Shawnee
|
166cfs |
Deep Fork At Warwick
|
23cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
7cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
15cfs |