James Qualls - Gss #1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Tillman County, Oklahoma, near the city of Grandfield.
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Built in 1991 by the USDA NRCS, this dam serves as a crucial water resource structure within the watershed of a tributary of the Red River. With a height of 28 feet and a storage capacity of 570 acre-feet, James Qualls - Gss #1 plays a significant role in flood control and water supply management in the region.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, this dam has a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential. Despite being categorized as "Very High (1)" in terms of risk assessment, the condition assessment for James Qualls - Gss #1 is currently listed as "Not Rated." The dam is equipped with a valve outlet gate and undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it remains an important infrastructure for water conservation and management in the area.
Overall, James Qualls - Gss #1 represents a vital component of the water resource infrastructure in Oklahoma, contributing to flood control, water storage, and overall watershed management. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like James Qualls - Gss #1 are essential to ensure the safety and sustainability of water supplies for the surrounding communities.
Year Completed |
1991 |
Dam Length |
50 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
TRIB OF RED RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Nid Storage |
570 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
28 |
Beaver Ck Nr Electra
|
2cfs |
Red Rv Nr Burkburnett
|
52cfs |
Pease Rv Nr Vernon
|
4cfs |
Deep Red Creek Near Randlett
|
0cfs |
S Side Canal Nr Dundee
|
1cfs |
Wichita Rv At Wichita Falls
|
29cfs |