Carter Jim W.
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is a private earth dam located in Canadian, Oklahoma, along the TR Canadian River. Designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1984, this dam stands at a height of 30 feet with a maximum storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. It serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.
With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating of 1, Carter Jim W. is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. Despite its condition being labeled as "Not Rated," the dam is subject to inspection every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in August 2010. Situated within the Tulsa District of the USACE, Carter Jim W. plays a crucial role in water resource management in the region.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Carter Jim W. to be a fascinating structure with its unique design features and regulatory framework. Its location in Canadian, Oklahoma, adds to its significance in the management of the TR Canadian River. As a privately owned earth dam with a history dating back to the 1980s, Carter Jim W. stands as a testament to the collaboration between federal and state agencies in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in Oklahoma.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR CANADIAN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
27 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |