Ridling

TR-ELK CREEK· Washita, Oklahoma· Built 1964· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Private

Key Takeaway

Ridling is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 11.5% in OK)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage396 acre-ft
Normal Storage277 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Max Discharge4,556 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDOK10032

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: August 14, 2006
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

TRIPLE R FARMS INC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ridling?

Ridling 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 Ridling?

Ridling is owned by TRIPLE R FARMS INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ridling built?

Ridling was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Ridling?

Ridling 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 Ridling?

Ridling has a dam height of 20 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 Ridling last inspected?

Ridling was last inspected on August 14, 2006. 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.