Tommy King Dam

TRIBUTARY OF INDIAN CREEK· Nacogdoches, Texas· Earth· 21 ft tall
High Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Tommy King Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. 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 21 ft (taller than 38.8% in TX)
Dam Length650 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2 cfs
NID IDTX07556

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: February 19, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

TOMMY M KING

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tommy King Dam?

Tommy King Dam 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 Tommy King Dam?

Tommy King Dam is owned by TOMMY M KING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Tommy King Dam?

Tommy King 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 Tommy King Dam last inspected?

Tommy King Dam was last inspected on February 19, 2020. 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.