Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee
Key Takeaway
Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 0.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | OK00135 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Grand River Dam Authority
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee?
Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee?
Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee is owned by Grand River Dam Authority (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee built?
Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee?
Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee 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 Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee?
Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee has a dam height of 11 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 Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee last inspected?
Pensacola - Wyandotte Levee was last inspected on October 21, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.