Teal Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mcadams Pond Whiskey Creek
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Teal Pond, located in Johnston County, Oklahoma, is a federally owned Earth dam constructed in 1958 primarily for flood risk reduction purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 15 feet and a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet, the dam serves to control the Teel Creek's flow and mitigate potential flooding in the surrounding area. The dam is equipped with a controlled spillway and a single valve outlet gate for water release.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Teal Pond is considered to have a very high risk due to its structural and operational characteristics. The dam has not been inspected since 1980, with an inspection frequency of 5 years, and its condition remains unrated. Emergency preparedness measures such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) and risk assessment guidelines have not been documented, raising concerns about the dam's ability to withstand potential emergencies and natural disasters.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Teal Pond presents an intriguing case study of a critical infrastructure project that may be at risk due to inadequate maintenance and emergency preparedness. With its strategic location in Lake Texoma and significant flood risk reduction purpose, the dam's condition assessment and risk management measures warrant further attention to ensure the safety and resilience of the surrounding community and environment in the face of changing climatic conditions.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
150 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TEEL CR |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Teal Pond