Oknoname 137072 is a privately owned earth dam located in Stephens County, Oklahoma, near Woolsey Cemetery.
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This dam, completed in 1975, stands at a height of 22 feet and has a storage capacity of 73 acre-feet. It is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
The primary purpose of Oknoname 137072 is listed as "Other," with a spillway type of "Controlled" and a low hazard potential. Despite being not rated for its condition assessment, this dam poses a very high risk (rated 1) according to available data. With a maximum discharge of 4209 cubic feet per second, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, specifically on the TR South Fork Deer Creek.
While the exact risk management measures and emergency preparedness details are not specified, the data indicates that Oknoname 137072 is a key infrastructure for water management in the region. Its significance lies in its ability to store and regulate water flow, ensuring the safety and security of surrounding areas during times of high water levels and potential flooding events.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
553 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR SOUTH FORK DEER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
East Cache Creek Near Walters
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26cfs |
Mud Creek Near Courtney
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0cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Charlie
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1850cfs |
Red Rv Nr Terral
|
176cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold
|
145cfs |
Deep Red Creek Near Randlett
|
0cfs |
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Chisolm Trail Ridge - Waurika Lake
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Moneka Park - Waurika Lake
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Kiowa Park - Waurika Lake
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