Oknoname 121017 is a privately owned dam located in Pittsburg County, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of McAlester.
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The dam was completed in 1930 and stands at a height of 16 feet, with a hydraulic height of 14 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 33 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. The dam, primarily made of earth with a stone core, spans 400 feet in length and is situated on the TR-Gains Creek.
Despite its low hazard potential, the risk assessment for Oknoname 121017 is rated very high, with a risk level of 1. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and has not been inspected since June 2011. It features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and one outlet gate. With the dam falling under state jurisdiction and regulation by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, it is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts would be fascinated by the historical significance and engineering aspects of Oknoname 121017. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is designated for various purposes. Its location, design, and risk assessment make it a noteworthy structure in the state of Oklahoma. It stands as a testament to early 20th-century water management practices and highlights the ongoing importance of monitoring and maintaining dam infrastructure for safety and environmental preservation.
Year Completed |
1930 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GAINS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
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361cfs |
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209cfs |
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1cfs |
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1190cfs |
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182cfs |
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12cfs |
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Lake McAlester
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Murphys Meadow Military - McAlester
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