Teal Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fort Pillow Blankenship
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Teal Pond Dam, located in Lauderdale, Tennessee, is a federal-owned structure managed by the Fish and Wildlife Service.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 15 feet and a length of 463 feet, serves primarily for irrigation purposes. Situated on a tributary to the Hatchie River, the dam has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet and a surface area of 9 acres.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Teal Pond Dam is identified as having a very high risk level. With a controlled spillway and other controlled outlet gates, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 317 cubic feet per second. The last inspection in August 2016 showed that the structure meets safety guidelines, although there is a need for ongoing risk management measures to address the identified risks and maintain the dam's integrity.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts visiting Teal Pond Dam can appreciate its role in supporting irrigation activities in the area while also being aware of the potential risks associated with its operation. Monitoring the dam's condition and implementing necessary risk management measures are crucial to ensuring its continued safety and effectiveness in water management for the surrounding community.
Dam Length |
463 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO HATCHIE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
Other Controlled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
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 Dam