Doug Seal Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Doug Seal Pond Dam, located in Childress, Texas, was completed in 1958 and serves as a vital resource for fish and wildlife in the area.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of supporting fish and wildlife, the dam stands at 18 feet high and stretches 588 feet in length. Managed by a private owner, the dam is designed by the USDA NRCS and falls under the jurisdiction of Texas, with state permitting and inspection in place.
The dam has a storage capacity of 163 acre-feet, providing essential water resources for the surrounding environment. Despite its critical role in supporting the local ecosystem, the dam is classified as having a high risk potential, emphasizing the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring. With no spillway and limited structural information available, ensuring the dam's safety and integrity is paramount for both water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
As a key feature on the TR-Red River, Doug Seal Pond Dam contributes to fire protection, stock maintenance, and small fish pond activities in addition to its primary function. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, its strategic location and impact on the local watershed make it a focal point for ongoing risk management measures. By staying informed and involved in the maintenance and oversight of Doug Seal Pond Dam, water resource and climate enthusiasts can help safeguard this essential infrastructure for future generations.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
588 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-RED RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Drainage Area |
0.47 |
Nid Storage |
163 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Doug Seal Pond Dam