Wilkins Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lyons Gss Hutchings Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Wilkins Lake Dam, located in Washington, Texas, was completed in 1965 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital flood risk reduction structure along TR-Yegua Creek.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet, with a length of 530 feet, and has a storage capacity of 151 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is flood risk reduction, but it also caters to fire protection, stock, small fish pond, and recreational purposes.
Despite not being state regulated, Wilkins Lake Dam is inspected and permitted by the state of Texas, ensuring its structural integrity and safety. The dam's spillway type is classified as "None," with one outlet gate available. While the hazard potential is currently labeled as "Not Available," the risk assessment indicates a high risk level (2). Although the condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plans are not specified in the data.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts would find Wilkins Lake Dam an intriguing structure that plays a crucial role in managing flood risks in the area. Its unique design features and multiple purposes make it a significant asset for the community, highlighting the importance of sustainable water resource management and infrastructure development in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
530 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-YEGUA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
151 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yegua Ck Nr Somerville
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0cfs |
Davidson Ck Nr Lyons
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0cfs |
Bee Ck Trib A At College Station
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0cfs |
Bee Ck Main At College Station
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0cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Hempstead
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1800cfs |
Brazos Rv At Sh 21 Nr Bryan
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570cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Wilkins Lake Dam