Sallisaw, also known as City Lake, is a local government-owned water supply dam located in Sequoyah, Oklahoma.
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Completed in 1959, this earth dam stands at 28 feet tall with a hydraulic height of 25 feet and a length of 1200 feet. Its primary purpose is to provide water supply to the surrounding area, with a maximum storage capacity of 68 acre-feet and a normal storage of 39 acre-feet.
The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state agencies. Despite being classified as low hazard potential, the risk assessment for Sallisaw indicates a very high risk level (1). The dam features a controlled spillway, one valve outlet gate, and has not been rated for its condition assessment.
With its strategic location on the TR-SHILOH BR stream and the potential to mitigate water resource challenges in the region, Sallisaw is a significant infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor. As one of the vital water supply sources in the area, this dam plays a crucial role in ensuring water availability and resilience against potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SHILOH BR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
68 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Little Lee Creek Near Short
|
34cfs |
Lee Creek At Short
|
28cfs |
Illinois River Near Gore
|
132cfs |
Lee Creek Near Short
|
97cfs |
Arkansas River At Ft. Smith
|
21700cfs |
Caney Creek Near Barber
|
20cfs |
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