Locke Trust Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Locke Trust Dam, located in Miami, Texas, was completed in 1966 by the USDA NRCS and serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish pond management.


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Summary

This private-owned earth dam stands at 30 feet tall and spans 300 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 45 acre-feet. Situated on TR-Red Deer Creek in Roberts County, Texas, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region.

Although Locke Trust Dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate for water release. The dam's hazard potential is currently labeled as "Not Available," and its condition assessment is "Not Rated." Despite these uncertainties, the risk assessment for the dam is categorized as high, with a DSAC risk level of 2. The dam is not under the jurisdiction of any state agency but is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements, highlighting the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance to ensure its safety and functionality for the local community and environment.

With its strategic location along TR-Red Deer Creek and its vital role in water management for fire protection and agricultural use, Locke Trust Dam remains a significant infrastructure in Roberts County, Texas. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the dam's design, purpose, and risk factors can shed light on the challenges and opportunities in effectively managing water resources in the region. Continued monitoring and maintenance of Locke Trust Dam are essential to mitigate potential risks and ensure its long-term sustainability in serving the community's water needs.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

TR-RED DEER CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Drainage Area

220

Nid Storage

45

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.