Mulvey Pond

TRI.-CANADIAN ROVER· Canadian, Oklahoma· Built 1935· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Mulvey Pond is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 4.5% in OK)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge360 cfs
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDOK11067

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 16, 2009
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

CITY OF YUKON

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mulvey Pond?

Mulvey Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Mulvey Pond?

Mulvey Pond is owned by CITY OF YUKON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mulvey Pond built?

Mulvey Pond was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Mulvey Pond?

Mulvey Pond 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 Mulvey Pond?

Mulvey Pond has a dam height of 16 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 Mulvey Pond last inspected?

Mulvey Pond was last inspected on June 16, 2009. 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.