Green Leaf Lake
Key Takeaway
Green Leaf Lake is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 94.2% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 739 acres |
| Drainage Area | 86 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 32,650 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1988 |
| NID ID | OK20992 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Camp Gruber
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Green Leaf Lake?
Green Leaf Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Green Leaf Lake?
Green Leaf Lake is owned by Camp Gruber (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Leaf Lake built?
Green Leaf Lake was completed in 1935, making it 91 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Green Leaf Lake?
Green Leaf Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Green Leaf Lake?
Green Leaf Lake has a dam height of 50 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Green Leaf Lake last inspected?
Green Leaf Lake was last inspected on April 1, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.