Flynt Lake No 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 24, 2025
Flynt Lake No 1 Dam, located in Parmer County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1970, this dam has a height of 18 feet and a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 60 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Running Water Draw and falls under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite not being state-regulated, Flynt Lake No 1 Dam is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements. The dam has no spillway and is equipped with one outlet gate. The hazard potential of the dam is not available, but it is classified as having a high risk level. The condition assessment of the dam is not rated, and there is no emergency action plan in place.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Flynt Lake No 1 Dam offers an interesting case study in private dam ownership and management. With its unique design features and historical significance, this dam serves as a valuable irrigation resource in the region while also posing potential risks and challenges that warrant further attention and assessment.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
RUNNING WATER DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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.
Flynt Lake No 1 Dam