Sharp Lee

BRUSH CR· Delaware, Oklahoma· Built 1979· Earth· 40 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Sharp Lee is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage170 acre-ft
Normal Storage88 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Year Completed1979 (47 years old)
NID IDOK21884

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: December 2, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

PATRICIA GWEN NORTH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sharp Lee?

Sharp Lee 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 Sharp Lee?

Sharp Lee is owned by PATRICIA GWEN NORTH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Sharp Lee built?

Sharp Lee was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Sharp Lee?

Sharp Lee serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sharp Lee?

Sharp Lee has a dam height of 40 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 Sharp Lee last inspected?

Sharp Lee was last inspected on December 2, 2010. 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.