Owned by the local government, this dam was completed in 1978 with the primary purpose of flood risk reduction. Standing at a height of 15 feet, Tulsa has a storage capacity of 1,200 acre-feet and a surface area of 40 acres.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Tulsa is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 2 feet and a valve outlet gate. While its hazard potential is rated as low, the risk assessment for Tulsa indicates a very high level of risk, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance and emergency preparedness.
Located within the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, Tulsa plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding. With its earth dam structure and stone core type, this reservoir serves as a key component in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in the region.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR BIRD CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
40 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
1200 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Neosho River Near Langley
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13000cfs |
Spavinaw Creek Near Eucha
|
1250cfs |
Neosho River Near Chouteau
|
199cfs |
Big Cabin Creek Near Big Cabin
|
61cfs |
Beaty Creek Near Jay
|
27cfs |
Spavinaw Creek Near Colcord
|
554cfs |
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Cherokee State Park
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Snowdale State Park
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