Richard Lee & Clo Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Richard Lee & Clo is a private earth dam located in Kiowa, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of debris control.
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Summary
Built by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a length of 700 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 21 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 101 acre-feet, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Despite being unregulated by the state and having a low hazard potential, Richard Lee & Clo serves as a vital component in the local water infrastructure, with a drainage area of 0.39 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 512 cubic feet per second. Its spillway design, with a width of 55 feet, ensures efficient water release during times of excess flow. The dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its continued functionality and safety.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the role of structures like Richard Lee & Clo in managing water flow and debris control is essential for preserving the local ecosystem and ensuring sustainable water management practices. By recognizing the significance of these infrastructure projects and supporting their maintenance and upkeep, we can work towards a more resilient and environmentally conscious approach to water resource management in the region.
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
21 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.39 |
Nid Storage |
101 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Richard Lee & Clo