Randall Dean Smith Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Oknoname 30244 Wayne Krehbiel
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Randall Dean Smith Dam, located in Bridgeport, Oklahoma, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS in 1975 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
The dam, classified as an earth type, stands at a height of 40 feet and has a hydraulic height of 20.9 feet, with a length of 240 feet. It has a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet, with a surface area of 8.2 acres and a maximum discharge rate of 3.6 cubic feet per second.
The dam, situated on Tri. to Dead Woman Creek, is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board and meets state inspection and enforcement requirements. Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam is considered to have a very high risk level due to its location and structure. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam has an inspection frequency of 5 years. Emergency action plans and risk management measures are currently not documented, highlighting the need for comprehensive safety protocols.
Overall, Randall Dean Smith Dam serves as a vital water resource infrastructure for irrigation in the region, with its controlled spillway and state-regulated operations ensuring water management efficiency. However, the dam's high risk level underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring and emergency preparedness to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure the sustainable use of water resources in the area.
Year Completed |
1975 |
Dam Length |
240 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
TRI. TO DEAD WOMAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.2 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.9 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
40 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Randall Dean Smith Dam