Leonard-Werner
Key Takeaway
Leonard-Werner is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 47.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 1,092 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13145 |
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
DAVID E & BRENDA WINGO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leonard-Werner?
Leonard-Werner 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?
Leonard-Werner is owned by DAVID E & BRENDA WINGO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leonard-Werner built?
Leonard-Werner was completed in 1978, making it 48 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?
Leonard-Werner 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?
Leonard-Werner has a dam height of 28 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 last inspected?
Leonard-Werner was last inspected on August 9, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.