Kemnitz George Jr is a privately owned dam located in Perry, Oklahoma, on the TR-COW CREEK river.
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Built in 1960, this Earth dam stands at 18 feet high and spans 520 feet in length, with a capacity of 75 acre-feet. It serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a low hazard potential rating.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Kemnitz George Jr is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. Despite being labeled as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment, it poses a very high risk according to the data, indicating a need for further evaluation and risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and environment.
This dam's association with the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers highlights its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts. With its strategic location and historical significance, Kemnitz George Jr plays a crucial role in the region's water infrastructure and underscores the ongoing challenges and opportunities in safeguarding our water resources in the face of climate change.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
520 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
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27cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
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465cfs |
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
6cfs |
Cottonwood Creek Near Seward
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66cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
523cfs |
Cimarron River Near Ripley
|
498cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Perry Lake
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Lake McMurtry West
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Catfish Cove
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Lake Carl Blackwell
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Lake McMurtry East
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