Kiker Gss No 1 Reservoir Report
Nearby: Kiker Gss No 2 Mcmordie Gss
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Kiker Gss No 1 is a private Earth dam located in Hemphill, Texas, designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1978.
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Summary
It stands at a height of 23 feet and has a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet, with a primary purpose categorized as 'Other'. The dam is associated with the TR-Hackberry Creek and falls under the jurisdiction of the Tulsa District in Texas.
Despite being rated as 'Not Rated' in terms of condition assessment, Kiker Gss No 1 poses a high risk with a hazard potential marked as 'Not Available'. It lacks a spillway and has no locks associated with it. The dam's risk management measures are unspecified, and it has not been inspected or rated recently. The presence of one outlet gate raises questions about the operational functionality of the dam in emergency situations.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Kiker Gss No 1 presents an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure management. With its high-risk classification and lack of recent inspections, the potential hazards associated with this structure warrant further investigation and evaluation. The unique design features, ownership, and regulatory aspects add layers of complexity to understanding the role and impact of this dam on the surrounding environment and community.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
764 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-HACKBERRY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
86 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sweetwater Ck Nr Kelton
|
3cfs |
Sweetwater Creek Near Sweetwater
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13cfs |
Washita River Near Cheyenne
|
8cfs |
Canadian Rv Nr Canadian
|
44cfs |
N Fk Red Rv Nr Shamrock
|
3cfs |
Wolf Ck At Lipscomb
|
1cfs |
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.
Kiker Gss No 1