Leven
Key Takeaway
Leven is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | OK02420 |
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
OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Leven?
Leven 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 Leven?
Leven is owned by OKLAHOMA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leven built?
Leven was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Leven?
Leven serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Leven?
Leven has a dam height of 15 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 Leven last inspected?
Leven was last inspected on December 20, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.