Gwendolyn Hunsaker is a private dam located in Spring Creek, Oklahoma, and is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
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Built in 1976, this Earth-type dam stands at 28 feet tall and spans 138 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a low hazard potential, with a very high risk assessment rating.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Gwendolyn Hunsaker features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the dam is inspected every five years, with the last inspection conducted in November 2001. While the risk of the dam is considered very high, it remains a vital structure in the region for water resource management and climate resilience.
Located in Caddo County, Gwendolyn Hunsaker plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risk and providing water storage for Spring Creek and its surrounding areas. With its strategic design and state-regulated operations, this dam represents a key infrastructure asset in Oklahoma's water resource management efforts. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Gwendolyn Hunsaker serves as a fascinating case study in dam construction, regulation, and risk assessment in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
138 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
SPRING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
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