Locke Dam 1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Locke Dam 1, located in Miami, Texas, was completed in 1952 by the USDA NRCS and serves primarily for fire protection, stock, or small fish pond purposes.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 26 feet and stretches 264 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 34 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Bluff and Red Deer Creeks, this dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in Roberts County, Texas.
Despite its modest size, Locke Dam 1 poses a high risk due to its lack of available hazard potential and condition assessment ratings. The dam does not have a spillway, and its outlet gates are limited to one. With no recent inspection or assessment data available, it is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to advocate for improved monitoring and maintenance practices to ensure the safety and efficiency of Locke Dam 1.
As a key structure in the Tulsa District, Locke Dam 1 highlights the importance of private dam ownership in water management efforts. With its location in a high-risk area and limited regulatory oversight, the dam serves as a reminder of the ongoing challenges in balancing water resource utilization and conservation. Continued advocacy and support for improved risk management measures are essential to safeguarding the surrounding community and environment from potential dam failure and water resource disruptions.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
264 |
Dam Height |
26 |
River Or Stream |
TR-BLUFF AND RED DEER CREEKS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
840 |
Nid Storage |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
26 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canadian Rv Nr Canadian
|
44cfs |
Sweetwater Ck Nr Kelton
|
3cfs |
N Fk Red Rv Nr Shamrock
|
3cfs |
Wolf Ck At Lipscomb
|
1cfs |
Sweetwater Creek Near Sweetwater
|
13cfs |
Palo Duro Ck Nr Spearman
|
0cfs |
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.
Locke Dam 1