Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mill Creek Pond Oknoname 143014
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Tulsa, Oklahoma, the Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility is a crucial flood risk reduction structure designed by DESHAZO STAREK AND TANG, INC.
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Summary
The earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and stretches 600 feet in length, completed in 1989. The facility's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, with a significant hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment as of the last inspection in December 2019.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, the facility plays a vital role in protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events. With a storage capacity of 230 acre-feet, the Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility utilizes a controlled spillway type with a width of 1 foot and a single valve outlet gate. The structure's risk assessment indicates a very high risk level, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure its effectiveness in flood mitigation efforts.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Tulsa Bridle Trails Detention Facility presents a fascinating case study in flood risk management and infrastructure design. Situated near the Fry Ditch 2 Tributary of the Arkansas River, this earth dam serves as a critical line of defense against flooding in the Tulsa County area. With its strategic location and robust construction, the facility stands as a testament to the importance of proactive flood risk reduction measures in safeguarding communities and infrastructure from the impacts of extreme weather events.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
FRY DITHCH 2 TRI. ARKANSAS RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
230 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
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