Carter Floyd
Key Takeaway
Carter Floyd is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 38.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,325 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21158 |
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
SCOTTY SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carter Floyd?
Carter Floyd 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 Carter Floyd?
Carter Floyd is owned by SCOTTY SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carter Floyd built?
Carter Floyd was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Carter Floyd?
Carter Floyd serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carter Floyd?
Carter Floyd has a dam height of 26 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 Carter Floyd last inspected?
Carter Floyd was last inspected on November 29, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.