TULSA, Okla – Officials with the City of Tulsa are reminding residents about the role Mingo Creek plays in the city’s flood control system as additional rain is expected across the area this week. City leaders said Mingo Creek flows from south to north through Tulsa and helps move stormwater away from neighborhoods, streets and smaller streams.
How Mingo Creek helps Tulsa manage flooding
According to city officials, Mingo Creek is one of Tulsa’s major drainage channels and is maintained through the city’s watershed program. The creek is designed to efficiently move stormwater away from smaller streams and neighborhoods to help reduce flood risks and protect infrastructure.
Officials said Tulsa’s stormwater management efforts are part of the city’s long-running flood control program, which has received national recognition for flood mitigation and public safety efforts.
Watershed maps available for Tulsa residents
The city is also encouraging residents to use online watershed and stream maps to better understand how water moves through Tulsa neighborhoods and drainage systems…