Schmid Brothers Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Schmid Brothers is a private dam located in Jefferson, Oklahoma, near the Red River Foot Bridge.


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Summary

Built in 1978, this Earth dam stands at a height of 32 feet and has a hydraulic height of 29 feet, with a capacity for storing up to 63 acre-feet of water. The dam's primary purpose is categorized as "Other", and it is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place.

With a low hazard potential and a very high risk assessment rating of 1, Schmid Brothers is a critical water resource structure in the region. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and one outlet gate for water release. Although the dam's condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated", regular inspections are conducted every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. Additionally, the dam is located within the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, under the jurisdiction of Congressman Tom Cole (R).

Overall, Schmid Brothers serves as a key component in water management and flood control for the area, providing vital storage capacity and protection for nearby communities. Its presence underscores the importance of monitoring and maintaining infrastructure to mitigate potential risks and ensure the sustainable use of water resources in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

400

Dam Height

32

River Or Stream

TR-RED RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

29

Nid Storage

63

Structural Height

32

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

32
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.