Mcadams Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Muel Whiskey Creek
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Mcadams Pond is a federal-owned water resource located in Lake Texoma, Oklahoma, with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a hydraulic height of 12 feet, with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and a normal storage of 25 acre-feet. The pond covers an area of 6 acres and is situated along the TR-Washita River, under the jurisdiction of the state.
Despite its low hazard potential and very high risk assessment rating, Mcadams Pond has not been inspected since 1980 and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. The dam features a controlled spillway with a width of 1 foot and an outlet gate consisting of a single valve. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam is regularly monitored for any potential risks or modifications needed. With a congressman representative of Markwayne Mullin (R), Mcadams Pond serves as a critical infrastructure for flood risk management in the region, highlighting the importance of water resource management and climate adaptation in the face of increasing environmental challenges.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
16 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
Mcadams Pond