Buckhorn Stockpond is a federal-owned earth dam located in Stephens County, Oklahoma, completed in 1950 with a primary purpose serving other water resource needs.
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The dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, making it a crucial water source in the area. It is situated along the TR-CLARIDY CR stream within the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Buckhorn Stockpond is considered to have a very high risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 1. The dam has not been inspected since 1996, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," raising concerns about the structural integrity of the dam and the potential risks associated with its continued operation. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find Buckhorn Stockpond's unique characteristics and risk profile intriguing, prompting further exploration and analysis into its current state and future management strategies.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
215 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CLARIDY CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
East Cache Creek Near Walters
|
24cfs |
Little Washita River Near Cement
|
7cfs |
Deep Red Creek Near Randlett
|
0cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Charlie
|
1850cfs |
Little Washita River Near Cyril
|
2cfs |
Washita River At Alex
|
236cfs |