Hall Park
Key Takeaway
Hall Park is classified as high hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 21 ft (taller than 17.7% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Max Discharge | 420 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OK11090 |
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 NORMAN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hall Park?
Hall Park 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 Hall Park?
Hall Park is owned by CITY OF NORMAN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hall Park built?
Hall Park was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Hall Park?
Hall Park serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hall Park?
Hall Park has a dam height of 21 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 Hall Park last inspected?
Hall Park was last inspected on November 18, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.