Mcfarlin D is a privately owned earth dam located in Ponca City, Oklahoma.
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Humidity
Constructed in 1940, this dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a hydraulic height of 25 feet, with a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. The dam serves the primary purpose of "Other" and is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance.
The dam is situated on the TR-Bois Darc Creek and is under the jurisdiction of the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With a controlled spillway and one outlet gate, Mcfarlin D has a low hazard potential and a risk assessment rating of "Very High (1)". Despite not having a current condition assessment, the dam has been inspected every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in May 2011. The risk management measures and emergency preparedness status of the dam are not specified in the available data.
Overall, Mcfarlin D is a significant water resource structure in Kay County, Oklahoma, providing vital flood control and water storage benefits. Its historical construction and ongoing regulatory oversight highlight the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams to ensure public safety and water resource sustainability in the face of changing climate conditions. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate resilience will find Mcfarlin D to be a fascinating case study in dam infrastructure management and risk assessment.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
200 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BOIS DARC CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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