Fish Creek Dam No 1

TR-FISH CREEK· Montgomery, Texas· Earth· 16 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Fish Creek Dam No 1 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 16 ft (taller than 19.7% in TX)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage200 acre-ft
Normal Storage118 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge2,689 cfs
NID IDTX07093

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: Yes
Last Inspection: May 19, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

MONTGOMERY TRACE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fish Creek Dam No 1?

Fish Creek Dam No 1 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 Fish Creek Dam No 1?

Fish Creek Dam No 1 is owned by MONTGOMERY TRACE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Fish Creek Dam No 1?

Fish Creek Dam No 1 has a dam height of 16 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 Fish Creek Dam No 1 last inspected?

Fish Creek Dam No 1 was last inspected on May 19, 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.