Oknoname 103018, located in Texoma Lake, Bryan County, Oklahoma, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1980.
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This dam, with a height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 148 acre-feet, serves multiple purposes and is regulated by the OWRB. Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, it is considered to have a very high risk due to its location and the surrounding area's vulnerability to potential flooding events.
The dam features a controlled spillway and one outlet valve, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1488 cubic feet per second. Its emergency action plan status is unclear, and its condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated." The last inspection of the dam was conducted in September 1999, with a five-year inspection frequency. While the risk management measures and inundation maps status are unknown, the dam's risk assessment indicates a very high risk level of 1, emphasizing the importance of proper monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
With its critical role in water resource management and flood control in the region, Oknoname 103018 stands as a vital infrastructure asset with the potential to impact the surrounding community significantly. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to stay informed and engaged in the monitoring and maintenance of such structures to mitigate risks and ensure the sustainable utilization of water resources in the area.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
1000 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TEXOMA LAKE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
148 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Red River At Denison Dam Nr Denison
|
238cfs |
Blue River Near Blue
|
58cfs |
Clear Boggy Creek Near Caney
|
423cfs |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
54cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
7cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
322cfs |