Olinick Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Chandler Dam Pawelek Lake No 1 Dam
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Olinick Dam, located in Goliad, Texas, was completed in 1960 and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock maintenance, and small fish pond management.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet with a length of 770 feet, providing a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam has not been rated for its condition and has a high risk assessment level of 2.
Situated off the CH-Cibolo Creek, Olinick Dam does not have a spillway and is not regulated by the state. The dam has not undergone any modifications over the years and lacks certain safety features such as emergency action plans and inundation maps. The last inspection dates back to 1974, raising concerns about the structural integrity and overall safety of the dam.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts should take note of Olinick Dam's unique characteristics and the potential risks associated with its current state. With its primary purposes serving the local community and environment, the dam's lack of updated assessments and safety measures warrant further attention to ensure the protection of surrounding areas and water resources in the event of an emergency.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
770 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CH-CIBOLO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
13 |
Nid Storage |
86 |
Structural Height |
13 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Cibolo Ck Nr Falls City
|
30cfs |
San Antonio Rv Nr Falls City
|
145cfs |
San Antonio Rv Nr Floresville
|
205cfs |
Ecleto Ck Nr Runge
|
0cfs |
Escondido Ck At Kenedy
|
0cfs |
Cibolo Ck At Sutherland Springs
|
28cfs |
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.
Olinick Dam