William Leck
Key Takeaway
William Leck 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 | 30 ft (taller than 54.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 276 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 380 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK83692 |
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
Bill Leck
Private
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What is the hazard classification of William Leck?
William Leck 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 William Leck?
William Leck is owned by Bill Leck (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was William Leck built?
William Leck 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 William Leck?
William Leck serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is William Leck?
William Leck has a dam height of 30 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.