Blakemore Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wardlow Lake Dam Hrnciar Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Blakemore Dam, located in Wheeler, Texas, serves as a crucial irrigation source for the area.
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Summary
Completed in 1962, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 380 acre-feet, making it a vital resource for agricultural activities in the region. Despite its age, the dam is in relatively good condition and has not been rated for its structural integrity.
The dam, situated on the TR-North Fork Red River, has no spillway and is not regulated by the state. Although it has a high risk assessment due to its age and lack of maintenance data, Blakemore Dam continues to play a significant role in supporting the local farming community. With a single outlet gate and no associated structures, the dam represents a key piece of infrastructure for water resource management in the area. As climate change continues to impact water availability, the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like Blakemore becomes even more crucial for sustainable water management practices.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
TR-NORTH FORK RED RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
380 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
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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.
Blakemore Dam