Kelly Bros
Key Takeaway
Kelly Bros is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 90.3% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 270 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Max Discharge | 2,300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK12691 |
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
JAMES ORVILLE & SHERRI MCBRIDE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kelly Bros?
Kelly Bros 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 Kelly Bros?
Kelly Bros is owned by JAMES ORVILLE & SHERRI MCBRIDE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kelly Bros built?
Kelly Bros was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Kelly Bros?
Kelly Bros 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 Kelly Bros?
Kelly Bros has a dam height of 45 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 Kelly Bros last inspected?
Kelly Bros was last inspected on August 29, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.