Located in Oklahoma City, the Will Rogers Park Holding Pond serves as a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure along the TR-Deep Fork river.
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Built in 1967 by REA Eng., this earth dam has a height of 24 feet and a length of 1230 feet, providing a storage capacity of 323 acre-feet. The controlled spillway with a width of 42 feet helps manage maximum discharge of 25757 cubic feet per second, safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding.
Managed by the Local Government and regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, the Will Rogers Park Holding Pond is designed to withstand high hazard potential events. Despite being assessed as in fair condition, the pond undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and operational safety. With a surface area of 26 acres and a drainage area of 3.8 square miles, this infrastructure plays a vital role in protecting the community from flood-related risks, making it a key asset in the region's water resource management efforts.
With its location in a high-risk area and a very high risk assessment rating, the Will Rogers Park Holding Pond is equipped with a valve outlet gate and follows emergency action guidelines to meet safety standards. As climate change continues to impact water resources and weather patterns, the maintenance and upkeep of this flood risk reduction structure are essential to safeguarding the environment and residents of Oklahoma City.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1230 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR-DEEP FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
26 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Drainage Area |
3.8 |
Nid Storage |
323 |
Structural Height |
24 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |