Junior Tillman No.1 is a privately owned earth dam located in Hinton, Oklahoma, along the South Canadian River.
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Built in 1999 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 29.6 feet and has a storage capacity of 26.4 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Junior Tillman No.1 is equipped with a controlled spillway and one valve outlet gate. Despite its age, this dam is regularly inspected and meets state regulatory guidelines for safety and maintenance. The dam serves a primary purpose of "Other", indicating its importance in flood control, irrigation, or other water management activities in the region.
In the event of an emergency, the dam has an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place, although details on its preparedness and implementation are not specified. With its strategic location along the South Canadian River and its critical role in water resource management, Junior Tillman No.1 is an essential infrastructure for climate and water resource enthusiasts to monitor and study.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
218 |
Dam Height |
29.6 |
River Or Stream |
SOUTH CANADIAN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2 |
Drainage Area |
127 |
Nid Storage |
26.4 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |
Canadian River At Bridgeport
|
152cfs |
North Canadian River Near Calumet
|
161cfs |
North Canadian River Near El Reno
|
109cfs |
Lake Creek Near Eakly
|
4cfs |
Willow Creek Near Albert
|
2cfs |
Cobb Creek Near Eakly
|
16cfs |