Smith Bros Gss #1
Key Takeaway
Smith Bros Gss #1 is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,040 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 526 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | OK83742 |
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
JERRY SMITH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Bros Gss #1?
Smith Bros Gss #1 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 Smith Bros Gss #1?
Smith Bros Gss #1 is owned by JERRY SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Bros Gss #1 built?
Smith Bros Gss #1 was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Smith Bros Gss #1?
Smith Bros Gss #1 serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Smith Bros Gss #1?
Smith Bros Gss #1 has a dam height of 20 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.