The Teter Oil Field in Greenwood County, Kansas, is a privately-owned site regulated by the Kansas Department of Agriculture.
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This oil field, located near the East Branch Fall River, was designed by Cities Service Oil Co. and completed in 1950. The dam at Teter Oil Field has a height of 33 feet and a hydraulic height of 25 feet, with a storage capacity of 264 acre-feet and a normal storage of 206 acre-feet.
The dam at Teter Oil Field is classified as a buttress type with a length of 814 feet and a spillway width of 150 feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the condition of the dam has not been rated and it has not been inspected since 1950. The site is located in a picturesque area, perfect for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and learn about the intersection of oil production and environmental regulation. With its proximity to the river and its unique design features, Teter Oil Field presents an intriguing case study for those interested in water resource management.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
814 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
EAST BRANCH FALL RIVER |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
264 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
33 |
Verdigris R Nr Virgil
|
183cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Plymouth
|
898cfs |
Otter C At Climax
|
22cfs |
Cedar C Nr Cedar Point
|
61cfs |
Neosho R Nr Americus
|
75cfs |
Cottonwood R Nr Florence
|
215cfs |