Detrixhe Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mcgarraugh Dam No 1 Detrixhe
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Detrixhe Dam, located in Hemphill, Texas, was completed in 1967 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a vital water resource in the region.
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Summary
This private-owned Earth dam stands at 23 feet high and spans 316 feet in length, with a maximum storage capacity of 65 acre-feet. Despite its age, Detrixhe Dam is still in good condition and has not been rated for its structural integrity.
The primary purpose of Detrixhe Dam is listed as 'Other', indicating its importance beyond just water storage. With a high hazard potential and a risk assessment rating of 2 (considered high), the dam plays a crucial role in water management and flood control along TR-COMMISSION CREEK. While it is not regulated by the state, the dam is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements to ensure public safety.
Overall, Detrixhe Dam represents a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region, maintained by the private sector with oversight from the Natural Resources Conservation Service. Its strategic location and design make it a critical asset for climate resilience and emergency preparedness in Hemphill, Texas.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
316 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR-COMMISSION CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
23 |
Nid Storage |
65 |
Structural Height |
23 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
23 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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