Coryell Creek Ranch Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY OF CORYELL CREEK· Coryell, Texas· Earth· 37 ft tall
High Hazard Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Coryell Creek Ranch Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 80.8% in TX)
Dam Length975 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage825 acre-ft
Surface Area57 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge1 cfs
NID IDTX07537

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 9, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Coryell Creek Ranch Dam?

Coryell Creek Ranch Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Coryell Creek Ranch Dam?

Coryell Creek Ranch Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Coryell Creek Ranch Dam?

Coryell Creek Ranch Dam has a dam height of 37 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Coryell Creek Ranch Dam last inspected?

Coryell Creek Ranch Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.