Tx No Name No 19 Dam

POST OAK CREEK· Bexar, Texas· Built 1955· Earth· 8 ft tall
Significant Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Tx No Name No 19 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 1.1% in TX)
Dam Length890 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDTX05232

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: December 8, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: TCEQ

Ownership

BRET MITCHELL;JACKIE MITCHELL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tx No Name No 19 Dam?

Tx No Name No 19 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Tx No Name No 19 Dam?

Tx No Name No 19 Dam is owned by BRET MITCHELL;JACKIE MITCHELL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tx No Name No 19 Dam built?

Tx No Name No 19 Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Tx No Name No 19 Dam?

Tx No Name No 19 Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Tx No Name No 19 Dam?

Tx No Name No 19 Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Tx No Name No 19 Dam last inspected?

Tx No Name No 19 Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2016. 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.