Leroy Penry
Key Takeaway
Leroy Penry is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 86.7% in OK) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 400 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1998 (28 years old) |
| NID ID | OK30034 |
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
CHARLES L & JUANA KAY PENRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leroy Penry?
Leroy Penry 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 Leroy Penry?
Leroy Penry is owned by CHARLES L & JUANA KAY PENRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leroy Penry built?
Leroy Penry was completed in 1998, making it 28 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 Leroy Penry?
Leroy Penry 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 Leroy Penry?
Leroy Penry has a dam height of 41 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 Leroy Penry last inspected?
Leroy Penry was last inspected on November 29, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.