Leonard-Werner No 2

LITTLE RIVER· Hughes, Oklahoma· Built 1980· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Leonard-Werner No 2 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 24% in OK)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage164 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Max Discharge2,456 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDOK13265

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 9, 2011
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

DAVID E & BRENDA G WINGO

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Leonard-Werner No 2?

Leonard-Werner No 2 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-Werner No 2?

Leonard-Werner No 2 is owned by DAVID E & BRENDA G WINGO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Leonard-Werner No 2 built?

Leonard-Werner No 2 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Leonard-Werner No 2?

Leonard-Werner No 2 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Leonard-Werner No 2?

Leonard-Werner No 2 has a dam height of 23 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 Leonard-Werner No 2 last inspected?

Leonard-Werner No 2 was last inspected on August 9, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.