Tehama Ridge Dam

TR-BEG FOSSIL CREEK· Tarrant, Texas· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Tehama Ridge Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage68 acre-ft
Normal Storage15 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge5,408 cfs
NID IDTX09580

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: Yes
Last Inspection: July 24, 2012
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

DR HORTON-TEXAS LTD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tehama Ridge Dam?

Tehama Ridge 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 Tehama Ridge Dam?

Tehama Ridge Dam is owned by DR HORTON-TEXAS LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Tehama Ridge Dam?

Tehama Ridge Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Tehama Ridge Dam last inspected?

Tehama Ridge Dam was last inspected on July 24, 2012. 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.