Ray Smith
Key Takeaway
Ray Smith is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 70.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 836 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | OK03036 |
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
MICHAEL POLLOCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ray Smith?
Ray 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 Ray Smith?
Ray Smith is owned by MICHAEL POLLOCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ray Smith built?
Ray Smith was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Ray Smith?
Ray Smith serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ray Smith?
Ray Smith has a dam height of 34 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 Ray Smith last inspected?
Ray Smith was last inspected on June 10, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.