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Whittenburg Lake No 1 Dam - South, located in Potter County, Texas, stands as a testament to effective water resource management in the region.
Completed in 2000, this earth dam on the West Amarillo Creek serves multiple purposes, with a primary focus on regulating water flow and storage. With a structural height of 37 feet and a hydraulic height of 32 feet, this dam plays a crucial role in managing the local drainage area of 66 square miles.
Despite its importance, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 rated it as poor, highlighting the need for regular maintenance and upkeep. The outlet gates, consisting of three uncontrolled and one valve, provide essential functionality, but the structure's hazard potential is not available. With a moderate risk assessment rating, it is clear that proactive risk management measures must be implemented to ensure the dam's continued safety and effectiveness in the face of potential climate challenges.
Managed by a private entity, Whittenburg Lake No 1 Dam - South remains under state jurisdiction, regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ). With a storage capacity of 1059 acre-feet and a surface area of 28.92 acres, this dam plays a vital role in water resource management in the region. As climate change continues to impact water availability and demand, the importance of structures like Whittenburg Lake No 1 Dam - South in ensuring water security for the community cannot be overstated.
Year Completed |
2000 |
Dam Length |
591 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
WEST AMARILLO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
28.92 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
66 |
Nid Storage |
1059 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 3, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
37 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Primitive (no facilities) Campground
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Mullinaw Creek Campground
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McBride Canyon Campground
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McBride Canyon
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Mesa Flats
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Deer Landing
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