Durant Lake, located in Bryan County, Oklahoma, is a local government-owned water supply reservoir completed in 1994 on the Little Blue River.
Wind
Humidity
The dam, primarily made of earth and stone, stands at 45 feet high and has a structural height of 64 feet, with a storage capacity of 7,194 acre-feet and a surface area of 307 acres. With a primary purpose of water supply, the lake plays a crucial role in meeting the water needs of the surrounding community.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Durant Lake is equipped with a valve outlet gate and an uncontrolled spillway. The dam has a high hazard potential but has been assessed as satisfactory, with regular inspections conducted to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite the moderate risk associated with the reservoir, measures are in place to manage potential emergencies effectively. As a significant water resource in the region, Durant Lake serves as a vital infrastructure for water supply and contributes to the overall water management efforts in Bryan County, Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
3450 |
Dam Height |
45 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE BLUE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
307 |
Hydraulic Height |
45 |
Drainage Area |
17.3 |
Nid Storage |
7194 |
Structural Height |
64 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
64 |
Blue River Near Blue
|
58cfs |
Clear Boggy Creek Near Caney
|
423cfs |
Red River At Denison Dam Nr Denison
|
238cfs |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
54cfs |
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
7cfs |
Muddy Boggy Creek Near Farris
|
11cfs |