Ray Smith is a privately owned dam located in Lenora, Oklahoma, specifically in Dewey County.
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Completed in 1986, this Earth-type dam stands at 34 feet tall and spans 190 feet in length along an unnamed tributary of the South Canadian River. Its primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 836 cubic feet per second.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Ray Smith has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having a very high risk assessment level. With state-regulated permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place, this dam plays a crucial role in mitigating flood risks in the area.
While Ray Smith has not undergone recent inspections, it is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate. The dam's location within the Tulsa District and its association with flood risk reduction highlight its importance in water resource management and climate resilience efforts. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate action will find Ray Smith's structure and function fascinating in the realm of sustainable development and disaster prevention.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
190 |
Dam Height |
34 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIB OF S CANADIAN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
34 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
North Canadian River Near Seiling
|
105cfs |
Washita River Near Hammon
|
13cfs |
North Canadian River At Woodward
|
80cfs |
Washita River Near Foss
|
6cfs |
Cimarron River Near Waynoka
|
150cfs |
Washita River Near Clinton
|
30cfs |