Lee Oil Company
Key Takeaway
Lee Oil Company is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 92.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21009 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LESTER F & BETTY J TIPTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lee Oil Company?
Lee Oil Company is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lee Oil Company?
Lee Oil Company is owned by LESTER F & BETTY J TIPTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lee Oil Company built?
Lee Oil Company was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Lee Oil Company?
Lee Oil Company serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lee Oil Company?
Lee Oil Company has a dam height of 47 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 Lee Oil Company last inspected?
Lee Oil Company was last inspected on November 30, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.