Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1, located in Bowie, Texas, was completed in 1956 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
This private dam, standing at 12 feet tall and 13,850 feet long, holds a maximum storage capacity of 1,334 acre-feet of water. The dam, classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type, sits along the CH-MUD Creek, regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ).
Despite its age, Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1 has not been rated for its condition, with the last inspection conducted in July 1985. The dam lacks a spillway and has no associated locks, presenting a high risk level (2) according to current risk assessments. While the dam has not been updated or modified in recent years, it remains a critical infrastructure for irrigation in the region. As a central feature in water resource management in Bowie, Texas, the dam serves as a vital resource for agricultural activities in the area.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
13850 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
OFF CH-MUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
278 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
1334 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Anderson Ck At Hwy 98 Nr Simms
|
398cfs |
Red River Near De Kalb
|
1160cfs |
Sulphur Rv At Ih 30 Nr Dalby Springs
|
28cfs |
White Oak Ck At Ih 30 Nr Omaha
|
16cfs |
Little River Near Horatio
|
3450cfs |
Sulphur Rv Nr Texarkana
|
576cfs |
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.
Malta Farm Lake Dam No 1