Casteel Lake Reservoir Report
Nearby: Isom No 2 Farrell Lake
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Casteel Lake in Bryan, Oklahoma is a privately owned reservoir primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
The earth dam, constructed in 1968, stands at 22 feet high and has a normal storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. The lake covers an area of 10 acres and is fed by TR-J-N CR river or stream.
Managed by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board, Casteel Lake has a controlled spillway and a low hazard potential rating. Despite not being rated for condition assessment, the reservoir undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure safety and compliance with state regulations. With a very high risk assessment rating, Casteel Lake is equipped with a valve outlet gate and is situated within the Fort Worth District.
Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will be intrigued by the unique features and regulatory oversight of Casteel Lake, which plays a crucial role in supporting irrigation activities in the region. The reservoir's strategic location in Burris Cemetery, along with its historical significance and engineering design, make it a compelling subject for further exploration and study in the realm of water resource management and climate resilience.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
940 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TR-J-N CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
112 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Casteel Lake