Meadow Lake Park Reservoir Report
Nearby: Scs-Turkey Creek Site-3 Helloms
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
Meadow Lake Park, located in Enid, Oklahoma, is a local government-owned flood risk reduction structure that was completed in 1910 along the Boggy Creek.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 320 acre-feet. With a controlled spillway and a valve outlet gate, the dam is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 4,500 cubic feet per second, serving its primary purpose effectively.
Despite its age, Meadow Lake Park's hazard potential is rated as low, with a very high risk assessment score of 1. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment but is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The park's location in Garfield County, Oklahoma, makes it a crucial asset in managing flood risks in the area, highlighting the importance of its role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate resilience will find Meadow Lake Park a fascinating structure that not only serves as a flood risk reduction measure but also represents a historic feat of engineering dating back over a century. With its unique design features and strategic location along Boggy Creek, the park stands as a testament to effective water management in Oklahoma and the ongoing efforts to ensure the safety and sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1910 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
BOGGY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
16 |
Nid Storage |
320 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skeleton Creek At Enid
|
4cfs |
Skeleton Creek Near Lovell
|
27cfs |
Cimarron River Near Dover
|
312cfs |
Salt Fork Arkansas River At Tonkawa
|
464cfs |
Cimarron River Near Guthrie
|
459cfs |
Cottonwood Creek Near Seward
|
66cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Meadow Lake Park