Schorsch Dam

TR-GOOSE CREEK· Atascosa, Texas· Built 1968· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Schorsch Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 30.6% in TX)
Dam Length730 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage114 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,610 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDTX03163

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: August 4, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

HENRY SCHORSCH JR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schorsch Dam?

Schorsch 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 Schorsch Dam?

Schorsch Dam is owned by HENRY SCHORSCH JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Schorsch Dam built?

Schorsch Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Schorsch Dam?

Schorsch Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Schorsch Dam?

Schorsch Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Schorsch Dam last inspected?

Schorsch Dam was last inspected on August 4, 2009. 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.