The Durant Sports Complex Dam, located in Bryan County, Oklahoma, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
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Designed by NRCS, this buttress-type dam stands at a height of 37 feet and serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 172 acre-feet. The dam controls an unnamed tributary to Mineral Creek and has a spillway width of 1 foot.
Although the dam's hazard potential is currently listed as undetermined and its condition assessment is not rated, the risk assessment categorizes it as having a very high risk level. Despite the lack of recent inspection and assessment data, the Durant Sports Complex Dam remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts due to its unique design and location in a picturesque setting near Durant. As climate change impacts intensify, understanding the management and maintenance of such structures becomes increasingly crucial for ensuring safety and sustainability.
Dam Length |
0.66 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TO MINERAL CREEK |
Surface Area |
15.91 |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
0.21 |
Nid Storage |
172 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
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Newberry Creek Resort and Marina
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