Oknoname 067015, located in Jefferson, Oklahoma, is a privately owned earth dam with a height of 25 feet and a hydraulic height of 21 feet.
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Completed in 1939, this dam on the TR Red River serves multiple purposes and has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the risk assessment for this structure is categorized as very high, indicating the need for vigilance and potentially enhanced management measures.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Oknoname 067015 is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. The dam features a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, with a length of 600 feet and a surface area of 2 acres. Although the dam is not rated for condition assessment, it is essential to ensure regular inspections and maintenance to uphold its structural integrity and mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation.
With a congressman representative of Tom Cole (R), this dam falls under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. Despite the lack of associated structures and federal agency involvement, Oknoname 067015 remains a crucial component of water resource management in the region. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is imperative to monitor and support the sustainable operation of this dam to safeguard its functionality and prevent any adverse impacts on the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1939 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR RED RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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1cfs |
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