Richardson C.B., a privately owned dam located in Pumpkin Center, Oklahoma, was completed in 1970 and stands at a height of 16 feet with a hydraulic height of 13 feet.
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The dam, constructed primarily with earth and stone materials, serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a storage capacity of 74 acre-feet. It is regulated and inspected by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, with a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating of 1.
Situated on TR Armstrong Creek in Stephens County, Richardson C.B. spans 500 feet in length and covers a surface area of 4 acres. It features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and is equipped with a single valve outlet gate. Although the dam has not been rated for its condition, it undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last one conducted in August 2011. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a very high risk, emphasizing the importance of ongoing risk management measures.
While Richardson C.B. currently does not have an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, it meets state regulatory requirements for permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With its location in a high-risk area, it is essential for stakeholders and authorities to prioritize the implementation of safety measures and preparedness protocols to mitigate potential risks and safeguard the surrounding community and environment from the impacts of a dam failure.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR ARMSTRONG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
74 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |