Dams in Ochiltree County, Texas
7Total Dams
1High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Ochiltree County, Texas
Ochiltree County has 7 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 1 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Currently, 1 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Ochiltree County is 64 years old. The most common purpose is other. The tallest dam is Wheatheart Feeders Lake Dam at 42 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Fryer Dam | High | Unsatisfactory | 40 | Recreation | 1939 |
| Wheatheart Feeders Lake Dam | Low | Not Rated | 42 | Debris Control | 1970 |
| Flowers Trust Dam | Low | Not Rated | 32 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1962 |
| Perryton Feeders Lake No 1 Dam | Low | Not Rated | 30 | Other | 1969 |
| Schroeder Dam No 1 | Low | Not Rated | 28 | 1980 | |
| Brillhart Dam | Low | Not Rated | 20 | Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond | 1940 |
| Perryton Feeders Lake No 2 Dam | Low | Not Rated | 16 | Other | 1969 |