Spring Creek Dam

SPRING CREEK· Kendall, Texas· Concrete· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Spring Creek Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 7.4% in TX)
Dam Length160 ft
Dam TypeConcrete
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDTX09532

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: September 15, 2007
State Regulated: No

Ownership

RIVER MOUNTAIN RANCH PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spring Creek Dam?

Spring Creek 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 Spring Creek Dam?

Spring Creek Dam is owned by RIVER MOUNTAIN RANCH PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Spring Creek Dam?

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

How tall is Spring Creek Dam?

Spring Creek Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Spring Creek Dam last inspected?

Spring Creek Dam was last inspected on September 15, 2007. 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.