Stafford & Jennings is a privately owned dam located in Seminole, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Wewoka.
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Completed in 1977, this earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a hydraulic height of 18 feet, with a total length of 150 feet. The dam's primary purpose is classified as "Other," and it serves as a crucial structure for managing water resources in the area.
The dam, situated along Long George Creek, has a normal storage capacity of 90 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 150 acre-feet, with a surface area of 10 acres. It features a controlled spillway type, with a width of 1 foot, and is equipped with a single valve outlet gate for water release. While the dam has a low hazard potential, it is considered to have a very high risk assessment level, indicating the need for vigilant monitoring and management to ensure the safety and stability of the structure.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and under state regulation, Stafford & Jennings is subject to regular inspections every five years. Despite being deemed in "Not Rated" condition, the dam's risk profile suggests the importance of implementing risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards and ensure the continued functionality of this vital water resource infrastructure in the region.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
LONG GEORGE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
|
209cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
|
12cfs |
Canadian River At Calvin
|
361cfs |
North Canadian River At Shawnee
|
177cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
8cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
141cfs |