Smith Marvin Reservoir Report
Nearby: Porum Eufaula Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Smith Marvin is a privately owned earth dam located in Muskogee, Oklahoma, specifically in the city of Foreman.
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Summary
Completed in 1973, this dam serves the primary purpose of irrigation and has a maximum storage capacity of 349 acre-feet. With a structural height of 53 feet and a spillway width of 2 feet, Smith Marvin is regulated and inspected by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), ensuring that it meets state safety standards for operation.
The dam, situated on the TR-Georges Fork Creek, has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. Despite its age, Smith Marvin has undergone regular inspections, with the last one conducted in 1997. The risk assessment for this dam indicates a high level of risk, prompting the need for effective risk management measures to ensure the safety of the surrounding communities and the environment. Overall, Smith Marvin stands as a crucial water resource infrastructure in Oklahoma, contributing to the efficient irrigation of agricultural lands in the region.
Markwayne Mullin, the Representative for Oklahoma's 2nd Congressional District, oversees Smith Marvin's jurisdiction, highlighting the importance of federal and state cooperation in managing water resources and climate-related risks. As a key component of the Tulsa District's infrastructure, this dam plays a vital role in water management, particularly during periods of high discharge. With its controlled spillway and valve outlet gates, Smith Marvin exemplifies responsible water resource management and showcases the collaborative efforts between private owners and regulatory agencies in safeguarding critical infrastructure for future generations.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
53 |
River Or Stream |
TR-GEORGES FORK CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
48 |
Nid Storage |
349 |
Structural Height |
53 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
53 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canadian River Near Whitefield
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2160cfs |
Illinois River Near Gore
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132cfs |
Arkansas River Near Muskogee
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13500cfs |
Arkansas River Near Haskell
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6440cfs |
Fourche Maline Near Red Oak
|
1cfs |
Caney Creek Near Barber
|
20cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Area Campgrounds
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Porum Landing - Eufaula Lake
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Dam Site South - Eufaula Lake
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Brooken Cove - Eufaula Lake
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Belle Starr Park - Eufaula Lake
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Smith Marvin