Mannford Lake

TRIBUTARY OF LITTLE SALT CREEK· Creek, Oklahoma· Built 1950· Earth· 50 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mannford Lake is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 50 ft (taller than 94.2% in OK)
Dam Length2,892 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage9.0K acre-ft
Normal Storage5.4K acre-ft
Surface Area293 acres
Drainage Area11 sq mi
Max Discharge19,600 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDOK00567

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 6, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

TOWN OF MANNFORD

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mannford Lake?

Mannford Lake is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Mannford Lake?

Mannford Lake is owned by TOWN OF MANNFORD (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mannford Lake built?

Mannford Lake was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Mannford Lake?

Mannford Lake serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mannford Lake?

Mannford Lake has a dam height of 50 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 Mannford Lake last inspected?

Mannford Lake was last inspected on November 6, 2020. 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.