Loyd Sturkey is a privately owned earth dam located in Choctaw, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Virgil.
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Completed in 1978, this dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 206 acre-feet. It serves as a crucial water resource infrastructure in the area, regulating the flow of the Wire Branch stream and providing irrigation water for agricultural purposes in the region.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), Loyd Sturkey is classified as a low hazard potential structure with a very high risk assessment rating. Despite its age, the dam has not been rated for its current condition and has not undergone any recent modifications or inspections since 2010. With a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate, the dam is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 1860 cubic feet per second, ensuring the safety of downstream areas in case of heavy rainfall or flooding events.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Loyd Sturkey represents a significant piece of infrastructure that contributes to the overall water management system in Choctaw, Oklahoma. While its operational status and maintenance history may raise some concerns, the dam's role in regulating water flow and providing vital storage capacity highlights the importance of ongoing monitoring and assessment to ensure its continued safety and functionality in the face of changing environmental conditions and potential hazards.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
WIRE BR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Nid Storage |
206 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
Red River At Arthur City
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1640cfs |
Kiamichi River Near Antlers
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277cfs |
Muddy Boggy Creek Near Unger
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150cfs |
Glover River Near Glover
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342cfs |
Kiamichi River Near Clayton
|
220cfs |
Muddy Boggy Creek Near Farris
|
11cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Virgil Point - Hugo Lake
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Hugo Lake - Kiamichi State Park
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Kiamichi Park - Hugo Lake
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Raymond Gary State Park
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Rattan Landing - Hugo Lake
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