Schoenfeld Dam

WEST PRONGE MEDINA RIVER· Bandera, Texas· Built 1982· Concrete· 21 ft tall

Key Takeaway

Schoenfeld Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX)
Dam Length183 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage90 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Year Completed1982 (44 years old)
NID IDTX06375

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
Last Inspection: March 11, 1982
State Regulated: No

Ownership

FL SCHOENFELD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schoenfeld Dam?

Schoenfeld 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 Schoenfeld Dam?

Schoenfeld Dam is owned by FL SCHOENFELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Schoenfeld Dam built?

Schoenfeld Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Schoenfeld Dam?

Schoenfeld Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Schoenfeld Dam?

Schoenfeld Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Schoenfeld Dam last inspected?

Schoenfeld Dam was last inspected on March 11, 1982. 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.