Franklin R Smith
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 Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 144 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 307 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | OK22235 |
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
HOLMAN TRUST LLC
Private
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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.