Leonard Houk #1
Key Takeaway
Leonard Houk #1 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 72.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,039 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21294 |
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
LEONARD HOUK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leonard Houk #1?
Leonard Houk #1 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 Leonard Houk #1?
Leonard Houk #1 is owned by LEONARD HOUK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leonard Houk #1 built?
Leonard Houk #1 was completed in 1974, making it 52 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Leonard Houk #1?
Leonard Houk #1 has a dam height of 35 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.