Aluma Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 21, 2025

Aluma, located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is a privately owned earth dam on the TR-Deep Fork river.


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Summary

Completed in 1921 for recreational purposes, it stands at a height of 38 feet with a length of 745 feet. With a storage capacity of 260 acre-feet, Aluma covers a surface area of 13 acres and has a maximum discharge rate of 1960 cfs through its controlled spillway.

Despite its age, Aluma faces significant risk due to its high hazard potential and poor condition assessment. The dam is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB) and undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in November 2020. With a risk assessment rating of "Very High (1)", the dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures remain unclear, raising concerns about its ability to withstand potential emergencies.

As a notable structure in the Tulsa District, Aluma serves as a critical recreational resource but also presents challenges in terms of safety and maintenance. Climate and water resource enthusiasts would find Aluma's historical significance and current risk profile of interest, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance efforts to ensure the safety of the surrounding communities and the environment.

Year Completed

1921

Dam Length

745

Dam Height

38

River Or Stream

TR-DEEP FORK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

13

Hydraulic Height

38

Nid Storage

260

Structural Height

38

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

38
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.