Dicks Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Spring Creek Pond Cottonwood
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Dicks Pond, located in Johnston, Oklahoma, is a federal-owned earth dam constructed in 1956 for flood risk reduction purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a hydraulic height of 12 feet, with a length of 570 feet and a maximum storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for Dicks Pond indicates a very high risk level, with a DSAC assigned date unknown. The pond is situated near the TR-TEXOMA LAKE river or stream, managed by the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
With a controlled spillway type and a single valve outlet gate, Dicks Pond covers a surface area of 25 acres and serves as an essential water resource in the area. While the dam's condition assessment is labeled as "Not Rated" due to the last inspection being conducted in 1998, the pond remains under federal jurisdiction with no state regulation. Its strategic location at the Refuge Headquarters in Johnston, Oklahoma, highlights its significance in managing water levels and mitigating flood risks in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Dicks Pond presents an intriguing case study of a historical earth dam with a critical role in flood control and water management efforts.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
570 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-TEXOMA LAKE |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
25 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pennington Creek Near Reagan
|
7cfs |
Blue River Near Connerville
|
54cfs |
Washita River Near Dickson
|
317cfs |
Clear Boggy Creek Near Caney
|
423cfs |
Red River At Denison Dam Nr Denison
|
44cfs |
Blue River Near Blue
|
58cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Dicks Pond