Mannford, OK
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About Mannford
- • Singer-songwriter J.J. Cale, known for "After Midnight," was born in Mannford.
- • The "Mannford 13" scandal, involving alleged voter fraud, originated here.
- • The construction of Keystone Dam and Lake in the 1960s spurred Mannford's growth.
- • Rumors say a time capsule is buried downtown, its location now lost.
- • The Keystone Dam's construction in the 1960s forced the relocation of many residents.
- • Named for homesteader Frank Mann, it was established in 1904.
- • With roughly 3,300 residents, the population is slightly smaller than it was in 2010.
- • Sitting at 761 feet, the elevation provides beautiful lake views.
- • Many residents work in tourism and recreation due to Keystone Lake.
- • A peaceful, lakeside escape offering outdoor activities and small-town charm.
- • Oklahoma City Thunder, 60 miles away, won their first Conference title in 2012.
- • Mannford High School's football team made it to the state playoffs in 2022.