Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam

INDIAN CREEK· Coleman, Texas· Built 1962· Earth· 48 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 48 ft (taller than 92.3% in TX)
Dam Length1,035 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.4K acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDTX02234

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: April 25, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CENTRAL COLORADO SWCD;COLEMAN COUNTY

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam?

Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a 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 Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam?

Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam is owned by CENTRAL COLORADO SWCD;COLEMAN COUNTY (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam built?

Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam?

Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Irrigation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam?

Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam has a dam height of 48 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 Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam last inspected?

Jim Ned Creek WS SCS Site 25a Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2023. 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.