The Oklahoma School Land dam, located in Kay County, Oklahoma, is owned and regulated by the state's Water Resources Board (OWRB).
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This Earth-type dam on Turkey Creek was completed in 1940 and stands at a height of 30 feet, with a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for purposes other than flood control or water supply, and its spillway is of a controlled type.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated as very high (1). It has not been given a condition assessment rating, and the last inspection was conducted in May 2011. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures are currently unknown. With its unique history and significance in water resource management, the Oklahoma School Land dam is a site of interest for climate and water resource enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
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4230cfs |
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312cfs |
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|
12cfs |
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