Brantley Leva Joy, located in Sterling, Oklahoma, is a privately owned irrigation dam on Beaver Creek.
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Built in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and has a length of 780 feet, providing a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet. It serves the primary purpose of irrigation, with a normal storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 2100 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Brantley Leva Joy is state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality. Despite having a low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a very high risk due to its condition assessment being labeled as "Not Rated." Emergency action plans and risk management measures are currently not available for this structure, highlighting potential areas for improvement in the future.
Overall, Brantley Leva Joy is an essential resource for water management in Comanche County, Oklahoma. With its strategic location on Beaver Creek and critical role in irrigation, this dam stands as a key infrastructure for supporting agricultural activities in the region. Continued monitoring and investment in safety measures will be crucial to ensuring the long-term resilience of this vital water resource in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
780 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
BEAVER CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
31 |
Hydraulic Height |
26 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Structural Height |
26 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
26 |