Pond1 Reservoir Report

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Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Pond1, located in Atoka, Oklahoma, is a private recreation area situated near Mill Creek.


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Summary

This earth dam structure, completed in 2003, stands at a height of 18.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 172 acre-feet. With a surface area of 27 acres and a drainage area of 2523 acres, Pond1 offers a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing and boating.

Owned privately, Pond1 is regulated by the Oklahoma Water Resources Board (OWRB), ensuring that it meets state inspection, permitting, and enforcement standards. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is classified as having very high risk due to its location and potential impact in the event of a breach. Emergency action plans have not been rated for this dam, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety of nearby residents and recreational users.

In the picturesque setting of Farris, Pond1 serves as a vital water resource for the community while also providing a recreational escape for visitors. As climate and water resource enthusiasts, it is important to recognize the significance of maintaining and monitoring structures like Pond1 to ensure their long-term sustainability and safety in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

2003

Dam Length

329

Dam Height

18.5

River Or Stream

MILL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

27

Hydraulic Height

18.5

Drainage Area

2523

Nid Storage

172

Structural Height

18.5

Outlet Gates

Valve - 1

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

19
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.