Eagon No 1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Beaver, Oklahoma, along the TR-Cimarron River.
Constructed in 1958 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 34 feet and has a storage capacity of 720 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a maximum discharge of 1400 cubic feet per second, Eagon No 1 serves a primary purpose other than flood control or water supply.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Eagon No 1 is considered to have a very high risk due to its condition assessment being not rated. The dam has a single valve outlet gate and has not been modified in recent years. The last inspection was conducted in January 2005, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 5 years. Although the dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements, its risk management measures and emergency action plan status are currently unclear.
Overall, Eagon No 1 presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts, as it exemplifies the intersection of infrastructure, regulation, and risk management in the management of water resources. With its historical significance and potential implications for neighboring communities and the environment, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding the complexities of managing water infrastructure in a changing climate.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
810 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CIMARRON RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Nid Storage |
720 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
Cimarron River Near Forgan
|
17cfs |
Beaver River At Beaver
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0cfs |
Crooked C Nr Englewood
|
7cfs |
Wolf Ck At Lipscomb
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0cfs |
Cimarron R Near Buttermilk
|
15cfs |
Bluff Creek Nr Buttermilk
|
30cfs |
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Bomoseen State Park
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Half Moon Pond State Park
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St. Catherine State Park
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