Wi Howard Lake Dam dam
Wi Howard Lake Dam
Wi Howard Lake Dam in Henrietta, Texas is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for water supply purposes. Completed in 1963, this structure stands at a height of 20 feet and spans a length of 813 feet, with a storage capacity of 160 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Little Wichita River, the dam has a spillway width of zero and is not regulated by the state. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is not rated, emphasizing the need for further evaluation and risk management measures.
Located in Clay County, Texas, Wi Howard Lake Dam is under the jurisdiction of the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. The risk assessment for this structure is classified as high, indicating the potential for significant consequences in the event of a failure. With no recent inspection data available, it is essential for the owners to prioritize regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety and stability of the dam for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Although the condition assessment of Wi Howard Lake Dam is currently not rated, its high hazard potential underscores the importance of proactive risk management and emergency preparedness. As a critical water supply infrastructure in the area, ongoing monitoring and maintenance are crucial to mitigate potential risks and ensure the long-term safety and functionality of the dam. With its historical significance and environmental impact, continued attention to the maintenance and regulation of Wi Howard Lake Dam is essential for safeguarding water resources and climate resilience in the region.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Wi Howard Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little Wichita Rv Abv Henrietta | · | → |
| E Fk Little Wichita Rv Nr Henrietta | 1 cfs | → |
| Little Wichita Rv Nr Archer City | 8 cfs | → |
| Holliday Ck At Wichita Falls | 4 cfs | → |
| Wichita Rv At Wichita Falls | 47 cfs | → |
| Beaver Ck Nr Ringgold | 145 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Wi Howard Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Fm 2606 Clay County
- Pawnee Trail 498, Clay County
- Boat Ramp Road Clay County
- Archer County
- Lake Wichita Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Wi Howard Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Wi Howard Lake Dam
Where does the data for Wi Howard Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Not Available hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Wi Howard Lake Dam.