Salt Creek Dam No 2

INDIAN CREEK\SALT CREEK· Comanche, Texas· Earth· 8 ft tall
High Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Salt Creek Dam No 2 is classified as high hazard in Texas. Its primary use is irrigation. 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 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage31 acre-ft
Normal Storage16 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,203 cfs
NID IDTX07065

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: April 4, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

DAVID TANNER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Salt Creek Dam No 2?

Salt Creek Dam No 2 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 Salt Creek Dam No 2?

Salt Creek Dam No 2 is owned by DAVID TANNER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Salt Creek Dam No 2?

Salt Creek Dam No 2 serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Salt Creek Dam No 2?

Salt Creek Dam No 2 has a dam height of 8 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 Salt Creek Dam No 2 last inspected?

Salt Creek Dam No 2 was last inspected on April 4, 2018. 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.