Walker Lake No 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Walker Lake No 1 Dam, located in Madison County, Texas, was completed in 1963 for the primary purposes of fire protection, stock, and small fish pond.
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Summary
This private Earth dam, designed by USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 12 feet with a length of 880 feet, creating a storage capacity of 55 acre-feet. The dam is situated on TR-Mustang Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the Texas state permitting and inspection agencies.
Despite the dam not having a spillway, it serves as a crucial water resource for the area, providing recreational opportunities and supporting local wildlife. With a high risk assessment rating of 2 due to its hazard potential not being available and a condition assessment that is not rated, there is a need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the structure. Climate and water resource enthusiasts will find Walker Lake No 1 Dam to be a fascinating example of human intervention in managing water resources for multiple purposes in a dynamic environment.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
880 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUSTANG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
55 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
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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.
Walker Lake No 1 Dam