Truett Spruill Dam

HUNTING SHIRT CREEK· Eastland, Texas· Built 1969· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Truett Spruill Dam is classified as low hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 25.8% in TX)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage260 acre-ft
Normal Storage138 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1969 (57 years old)
NID IDTX01403

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: March 26, 1969
State Regulated: No

Ownership

TRUETT SPRUILL ET UX PATSY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Truett Spruill Dam?

Truett Spruill 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 Truett Spruill Dam?

Truett Spruill Dam is owned by TRUETT SPRUILL ET UX PATSY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Truett Spruill Dam built?

Truett Spruill Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Truett Spruill Dam?

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

How tall is Truett Spruill Dam?

Truett Spruill 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 Truett Spruill Dam last inspected?

Truett Spruill Dam was last inspected on March 26, 1969. 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.