Greenlee Joe is a privately owned dam located in Hughes County, Oklahoma, designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
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Completed in 1976, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and serves the primary purpose of flood risk reduction along the TR-LONG GEORGE CR river. With a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet, the dam has a controlled spillway and one outlet valve.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Greenlee Joe is considered to have a very high risk rating due to its location and potential impact in the event of a failure. The dam is inspected every 5 years, with the last assessment conducted in August 2011. While the condition of the dam is currently listed as "Not Rated," the risk management measures and emergency action plan for the dam are not specified in the data.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Greenlee Joe presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam that plays a crucial role in flood risk reduction in the region. With its unique design features and risk assessment profile, this dam serves as a focal point for understanding the challenges and opportunities associated with managing water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-LONG GEORGE CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
North Canadian River Near Wetumka
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209cfs |
Canadian River At Calvin
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361cfs |
Little River Near Sasakwa
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12cfs |
North Canadian River At Shawnee
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177cfs |
Little River Near Tecumseh
|
8cfs |
Deep Fork Near Beggs
|
141cfs |
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