Morgan Pond No 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Morgan Pond No 1 Dam, located in Childress, Texas, was completed in 1980 and serves as a vital water resource for fish and wildlife.
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Summary
Owned privately, this earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet. The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, is situated on TR-Scatterbranch Creek and is regulated by the state with permitting and inspection requirements in place.
Despite not having a spillway, the dam is rated as having a high risk potential, indicating the need for careful monitoring and management. With a structure height of 22 feet and a length of 259 feet, Morgan Pond No 1 Dam plays a crucial role in providing fire protection and water for stock and small fish ponds in the area. While its current condition and hazard potential are not available or rated, the dam remains an essential component of water resource management in the region, showcasing the importance of sustainable infrastructure for climate and water enthusiasts to monitor and support.
Year Completed |
1980 |
Dam Length |
259 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SCATTERBRANCH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
21 |
Drainage Area |
0.77 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Morgan Pond No 1 Dam