Guthrie Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Guthrie Lake Dam, located in Guthrie, Texas, was completed in 1940 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 30 feet and stretches 1300 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 276 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the TR-South Wichita River and is not regulated by the state, but does undergo regular inspections.
Despite its age, Guthrie Lake Dam has not been rated for its condition, presenting a potential hazard according to the data provided. The dam lacks a spillway and is not equipped with outlet gates, raising concerns about its ability to manage water flow during periods of high discharge. The risk assessment for the dam is categorized as high, suggesting that there may be a need for increased monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure for the surrounding community and water resources.
Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
1300 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SOUTH WICHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
276 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt Fk Brazos Rv Nr Aspermont
|
0cfs |
S Wichita Rv Nr Benjamin
|
1cfs |
N Wichita Rv Nr Truscott
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14cfs |
Dmf Brazos Rv Nr Rule
|
11cfs |
Dmf Brazos Rv Nr Aspermont
|
12cfs |
Millers Ck Nr Munday
|
0cfs |
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.
Guthrie Lake Dam