Edwards Lake No 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Edwards Lake No 1 Dam, located in Clay County, Texas, was completed in 1956 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 18 feet and a length of 685 feet, has a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 14 acres. While it does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate for water flow control.
Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, the dam poses a high risk according to hazard potential assessments. With its primary source agency being the state of Texas, the dam is inspected and permitted by the state authorities. The risk assessment indicates the need for proactive risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure for both water resource and climate enthusiasts who appreciate the importance of sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
685 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
TR-EAST FORK LITTLE WICHITA R |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14 |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
E Fk Little Wichita Rv Nr Henrietta
|
0cfs |
Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold
|
145cfs |
Red Rv Nr Terral
|
200cfs |
Belknap Ck Nr Ringgold
|
112cfs |
Little Wichita Rv Abv Henrietta
|
0cfs |
Wichita Rv Nr Charlie
|
1850cfs |
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.
Edwards Lake No 1 Dam