Morey Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Morey Dam, located in Hemphill, Texas, was completed in 1974 by the USDA NRCS and serves as an important structure along the TR-Washita River.
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Summary
This private dam, standing at 32 feet tall, has a storage capacity of 85 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.48 square miles. While it does not have a spillway, it does have one outlet gate for water management. The dam is primarily used for purposes other than flood control or water supply, making it a unique and vital resource for the surrounding area.
Despite being unregulated by the state and having a high hazard potential, Morey Dam is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of condition assessment. The dam poses a moderate risk, with high risk management measures in place to ensure public safety. With no emergency action plan in place and limited inspection data available, there is a need for increased monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks associated with this earth dam. As a key component of the local water infrastructure, Morey Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region and must be carefully maintained to continue serving its intended purposes effectively.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
404 |
Dam Height |
32 |
River Or Stream |
TR-WASHITA RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
0.48 |
Nid Storage |
85 |
Structural Height |
32 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
32 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canadian Rv Nr Canadian
|
44cfs |
Sweetwater Ck Nr Kelton
|
3cfs |
Sweetwater Creek Near Sweetwater
|
13cfs |
Washita River Near Cheyenne
|
8cfs |
Wolf Ck At Lipscomb
|
1cfs |
N Fk Red Rv Nr Shamrock
|
3cfs |
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.
Morey Dam