Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility

FRY DITHCH 2 TRI. ARKANSAS RIVER· Tulsa, Oklahoma· Built 1989· Earth· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility is classified as significant hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 6% in OK)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage230 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDOK30263

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: December 5, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: OWRB

Ownership

CITY OF TULSA

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility?

Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility 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 Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility?

Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility is owned by CITY OF TULSA (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility built?

Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility?

Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility 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 Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility?

Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility has a dam height of 17 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 Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility last inspected?

Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility was last inspected on December 5, 2019. 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.