Kemmy Dam

Medina, Texas· Earth· 26 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Kemmy Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDTX07310

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 8, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

THOMAS KEMMY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kemmy Dam?

Kemmy Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Kemmy Dam?

Kemmy Dam is owned by THOMAS KEMMY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Kemmy Dam?

Kemmy Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Kemmy Dam last inspected?

Kemmy Dam was last inspected on February 8, 2010. 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.