Wilkins Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 25, 2025
Located in Houston, Texas, Wilkins Dam is a privately owned structure designed by STALEY W MIMS and completed in 1957.
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Summary
With a primary purpose of irrigation, the dam stands at a height of 30 feet and stretches 800 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 250 acre-feet along the Murchison Creek. Despite its age, the dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and lacks a spillway, presenting potential hazards in the event of heavy rainfall or flooding.
The risk assessment for Wilkins Dam indicates a high risk level, suggesting the need for further evaluation and potential risk management measures. With no state regulation or enforcement in place, the responsibility for inspections and maintenance falls solely on the private owner. Understanding the importance of water resource management and climate resilience, enthusiasts in the field may find Wilkins Dam to be a case study in the complexities of balancing irrigation needs with the safety and maintenance requirements of aging infrastructure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the management of dams like Wilkins becomes increasingly crucial for the surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
MURCHISON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
30 |
Nid Storage |
250 |
Structural Height |
30 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
30 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Trinity Rv Nr Crockett
|
1590cfs |
Trinity Rv Nr Oakwood
|
1090cfs |
Neches Rv Nr Neches
|
209cfs |
Upper Keechi Ck Nr Oakwood
|
13cfs |
Angelina Rv Nr Alto
|
277cfs |
Mud Ck Nr Jacksonville
|
58cfs |
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 Dam