Continental Oil Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Continental Oil Lake Dam, located in Wichita County, Texas, is a private-owned structure built in 1925 for purposes other than water storage.


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Summary

This earth dam, standing at a height of 7 feet with a length of 20 feet, is situated on Cole Creek and is primarily regulated by the state with permitting and inspection processes in place. The dam has a maximum storage capacity of 84 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 60 acre-feet.

Despite its relatively small size, the Continental Oil Lake Dam poses a high risk due to its hazard potential and lack of condition assessment. It does not have a spillway, locks, or drainage area, making it crucial for regular inspections and risk management measures to be implemented. With no emergency action plan in place, ensuring the safety and integrity of the dam remains a top priority for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the conservation and management of such structures.

Year Completed

1925

Dam Length

20

Dam Height

7

River Or Stream

COLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

7

Nid Storage

84

Structural Height

7

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

7
       
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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.