Cedar Ave. Detention Pond
Key Takeaway
Cedar Ave. Detention Pond is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 1,973 ft |
| Max Storage | 372 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Max Discharge | 6,007 cfs |
| NID ID | OK30498 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CITY OF WOODWARD
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Cedar Ave. Detention Pond?
Cedar Ave. Detention Pond is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Cedar Ave. Detention Pond?
Cedar Ave. Detention Pond is owned by CITY OF WOODWARD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Cedar Ave. Detention Pond?
Cedar Ave. Detention Pond serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cedar Ave. Detention Pond?
Cedar Ave. Detention Pond has a dam height of 25 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 Cedar Ave. Detention Pond last inspected?
Cedar Ave. Detention Pond was last inspected on November 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.