Randall Dean Smith Dam
Key Takeaway
Randall Dean Smith Dam is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 83.4% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Max Discharge | 4 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | OK13163 |
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
JEFF AND KAREN KREHBIEL
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Randall Dean Smith Dam?
Randall Dean Smith Dam 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 Randall Dean Smith Dam?
Randall Dean Smith Dam is owned by JEFF AND KAREN KREHBIEL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Randall Dean Smith Dam built?
Randall Dean Smith Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Randall Dean Smith Dam?
Randall Dean Smith Dam 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 Randall Dean Smith Dam?
Randall Dean Smith Dam has a dam height of 40 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.