Odom Currie Wylie Estate Lake No 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Runnels, Texas, the Odom Currie Wylie Estate Lake No 1 Dam serves as a crucial water supply structure for the region.
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Summary
Completed in 1967, this earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and stretches 790 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 114 acre-feet. Situated along Wagon Tire Creek, this privately-owned dam plays a vital role in ensuring water availability for the surrounding area.
Despite its importance for water supply, the Odom Currie Wylie Estate Lake No 1 Dam is not regulated by the state and has not been rated for its condition. The dam lacks a spillway and features no locks, with only one outlet gate listed. With a high risk assessment rating of 2, there are concerns about the safety and maintenance of this structure. As such, it is imperative for stakeholders to address potential risks and implement necessary risk management measures to ensure the long-term integrity of the dam.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Odom Currie Wylie Estate Lake No 1 Dam presents a fascinating case study of a privately-owned water supply structure with limited state oversight. As discussions around water infrastructure and safety continue to evolve, this dam serves as a reminder of the complexities involved in managing and maintaining crucial water resources. With its high risk assessment rating and lack of regulatory enforcement, the future of this dam raises important questions about the intersection of private ownership, public safety, and environmental stewardship in the realm of water management.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
790 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
WAGON TIRE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
114 |
Structural Height |
19 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
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Nearby Streamflow Levels
Colorado Rv At Robert Lee
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0cfs |
Elm Ck At Ballinger
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Ballinger
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0cfs |
Colorado Rv Abv Silver
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0cfs |
Cat Claw Ck At Abilene
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1cfs |
Cedar Ck At Ih 20
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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.
Odom Currie Wylie Estate Lake No 1 Dam
Oak Ck Res Nr Blackwell