Hall Park

ROCK CREEK· Cleveland, Oklahoma· Built 1930· Earth· 21 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Local Government

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 Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage144 acre-ft
Normal Storage98 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Max Discharge420 cfs
Year Completed1930 (96 years old)
NID IDOK11090

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 18, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

CITY OF NORMAN

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.