Oknoname 30154 is a privately owned dam located in Vinita, Oklahoma, along Lightning Creek.
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Built in 1999 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a length of 2500 feet. It serves various purposes and has a storage capacity of 86.12 acre-feet, with a surface area of 8.55 acres and a drainage area of 120 square miles.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Oknoname 30154 is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. It has a low hazard potential and is considered to have a very high risk due to its location and design. The dam features a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate. While it has not been rated for its condition, it undergoes regular inspections every 5 years to ensure its safety and functionality.
With Markwayne Mullin, a Republican, as the representative for the area, Oknoname 30154 plays a crucial role in water resource management in Craig County, Oklahoma. Its presence along Lightning Creek helps in managing water flow and storage, contributing to the overall climate resilience and water security of the region.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
2500 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
LIGHTNING CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.55 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
120 |
Nid Storage |
86.12 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
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