Tulsa River Parks Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Tulsa River Parks, also known as Zink Lake, is a stunning recreational area located along the Arkansas River in Tulsa, Oklahoma.


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Managed by the local government, the park offers a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and enjoy. With a low hazard potential and very high risk assessment rating, the park provides a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors to engage in various outdoor activities.

Featuring a unique dam structure completed in 1930, Tulsa River Parks offers a beautiful backdrop for picnics, hiking, biking, and other recreational pursuits. The controlled spillway and valve outlet gate ensure the safety and stability of the dam, while the surrounding natural landscape adds to the park's charm. Despite its age, the dam has been inspected regularly and maintained to meet state regulations, providing peace of mind for visitors and residents alike.

With a primary purpose of recreation, Tulsa River Parks boasts a normal storage capacity of 750 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 1500 acre-feet. The park's location along the Arkansas River, within the Tulsa District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, further enhances its appeal for water enthusiasts seeking a peaceful and scenic retreat. Whether you're interested in water-based activities or simply looking to unwind in nature, Tulsa River Parks offers a memorable experience for all who visit.

Year Completed

1930

Dam Height

15

River Or Stream

ARKANSAS RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Other

Hydraulic Height

12

Drainage Area

74635

Nid Storage

1500

Structural Height

12

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

15
       
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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.