Oknoname 137043 is a privately owned dam located in Stephens, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Beaver School.
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Constructed in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 69 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is listed as "Other," with a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating of 1.
Situated on TR Little Beaver Creek, Oknoname 137043 is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot, and is equipped with a valve outlet gate. Despite being not rated in terms of condition assessment, the dam has a relatively low risk of failure but with very high consequences if it were to occur, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and security of the surrounding community and environment.
Given its critical location and role in water resource management, Oknoname 137043 serves as a vital structure within the Tulsa District of Oklahoma. With its strategic position and design features, the dam plays a key role in flood control and water storage for the region, showcasing the intersection of human engineering and natural resource conservation in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
TR LITTLE BEAVER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |