Smith Marvin
Key Takeaway
Smith Marvin is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 95.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 349 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 213 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 387 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | OK20985 |
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
CONNORS ST. COLLEGE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Marvin?
Smith Marvin 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 Marvin?
Smith Marvin is owned by CONNORS ST. COLLEGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Marvin built?
Smith Marvin was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Marvin?
Smith Marvin 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 Smith Marvin?
Smith Marvin has a dam height of 53 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 Smith Marvin last inspected?
Smith Marvin was last inspected on March 3, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.