Schmid Brothers
Key Takeaway
Schmid Brothers is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 65.1% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 483 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21275 |
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
GRADY WRAY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schmid Brothers?
Schmid Brothers 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 Schmid Brothers?
Schmid Brothers is owned by GRADY WRAY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Schmid Brothers built?
Schmid Brothers was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Schmid Brothers?
Schmid Brothers 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 Schmid Brothers?
Schmid Brothers has a dam height of 32 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 Schmid Brothers last inspected?
Schmid Brothers was last inspected on November 29, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.