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OKC Eyes Action on Crumbling Estate Near Chisholm Creek
13 Dec, 2025
Summary
- An abandoned ranch near Top Golf has fallen into disrepair.
- Developer Barry Dodson promised a $350 million mixed-use project.
- The city council will decide whether to declare the property unsecured.
A historic Oklahoma City family ranch, once a symbol of country living, now stands abandoned and deteriorating near the bustling Chisholm Creek development. Despite developer Barry Dodson's promises of a $350 million mixed-use project approved in 2022, the property has only worsened, with fencing stripped and windows broken. This neglect has led to numerous complaints filed with the city, ranging from high grass to squatting.
The Oklahoma City Council is scheduled to decide on December 16, 2025, whether to declare the property unsecured. If approved, the city will solicit bids to secure the site. Dodson, who purchased the property, cited frustration with transients and ongoing efforts to arrange financing for a 2026 cleanup, which will include clearing debris and cellars.
Meanwhile, the surrounding area has seen significant development, with new retail and entertainment options transforming the once-rural landscape. The contrast highlights the stalled ambitions for the Fox family's former estate, which was envisioned as a hub of activity but has become a symbol of urban decay amidst rapid growth.
