Thedford Pond
Key Takeaway
Thedford Pond is classified as low hazard in Oklahoma. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 29.9% in OK) |
| Dam Length | 254 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OK21497 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DOI NPS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Thedford Pond?
Thedford Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Thedford Pond?
Thedford Pond is owned by DOI NPS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thedford Pond built?
Thedford Pond was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Thedford Pond?
Thedford Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Thedford Pond?
Thedford Pond has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Thedford Pond last inspected?
Thedford Pond was last inspected on April 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.