Middle Tordillo Dam

TORDILLO CREEK· Webb, Texas· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Middle Tordillo Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 12.5% in TX)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Max Discharge1,400 cfs
NID IDTX07527

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

SM ENERGY COMPANY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Middle Tordillo Dam?

Middle Tordillo Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Middle Tordillo Dam?

Middle Tordillo Dam is owned by SM ENERGY COMPANY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Middle Tordillo Dam?

Middle Tordillo Dam has a dam height of 14 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.

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.