Franklin R Smith

HORSEPEN CREEK· Tulsa, Oklahoma· Built 1996· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Franklin R Smith is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 1% in OK)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage70 acre-ft
Normal Storage19 acre-ft
Drainage Area144 sq mi
Max Discharge307 cfs
Year Completed1996 (30 years old)
NID IDOK22235

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 15, 2010
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

HOLMAN TRUST LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Franklin R Smith?

Franklin R Smith 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 Franklin R Smith?

Franklin R Smith is owned by HOLMAN TRUST LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Franklin R Smith built?

Franklin R Smith was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Franklin R Smith?

Franklin R Smith serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Franklin R Smith?

Franklin R Smith has a dam height of 15 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 Franklin R Smith last inspected?

Franklin R Smith was last inspected on December 15, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.