Trophy Dam

TR-FISH CREEK· Montgomery, Texas· Built 2004· Earth· 26 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Trophy Dam is classified as high hazard in Texas. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 26 ft (taller than 55.2% in TX)
Dam Length1,060 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage542 acre-ft
Normal Storage390 acre-ft
Surface Area36 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge850 cfs
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDTX07115

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: March 14, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

CKM PROPERTY MANAGEMENT INC;RIDGELAKE SHORES POA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trophy Dam?

Trophy 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 Trophy Dam?

Trophy Dam is owned by CKM PROPERTY MANAGEMENT INC;RIDGELAKE SHORES POA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Trophy Dam built?

Trophy Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Trophy Dam?

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

How tall is Trophy Dam?

Trophy Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Trophy Dam last inspected?

Trophy Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2017. 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.