Dry Creek Detention Pond
Key Takeaway
Dry Creek Detention Pond is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. 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 | 1,290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 281 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 11 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10,850 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11061 |
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 OKLAHOMA CITY
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dry Creek Detention Pond?
Dry Creek 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 Dry Creek Detention Pond?
Dry Creek Detention Pond is owned by CITY OF OKLAHOMA CITY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dry Creek Detention Pond built?
Dry Creek Detention Pond was completed in 1978, making it 48 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Dry Creek Detention Pond?
Dry Creek 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 Dry Creek Detention Pond?
Dry Creek 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 Dry Creek Detention Pond last inspected?
Dry Creek Detention Pond was last inspected on October 17, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.