Caney Creek Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Caney Creek, also known as Caney Creek Reservoir, is a Federal-owned water supply reservoir located in Redwater, Bowie County, Texas.


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Summary

Managed by the US Army, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 30 feet and was completed in 1942. With a storage capacity of 1820 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 1340 acre-feet, Caney Creek serves the primary purpose of providing water supply to the region.

This reservoir covers an area of 206 acres and is fed by Caney Creek, with a drainage area of 7 square miles. The dam has a spillway width of 250 feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 15,573 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Caney Creek is subject to moderate risk assessment due to its age and condition assessment being unavailable. The last inspection was conducted in October 2019, with an inspection frequency of 4 years.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Caney Creek presents an interesting case study in the management of a Federal-owned reservoir for water supply. With its historical significance dating back to the early 1940s, this dam continues to play a vital role in meeting the water needs of the local community. Monitoring and maintenance efforts are crucial to ensure the safety and efficiency of this infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1942

Dam Length

2575

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

Caney Creek

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

206

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

7

Nid Storage

1820

Structural Height

23

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

30
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.