West Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hauser Dam Falcon Chiquita Lake Dam
Last Updated: April 1, 2026
West Dam, located in Brooks, Texas, on the Los Almos Creek, was completed in 1961 and stands at a height of 15 feet with a length of 500 feet.
Summary
This private earth dam with a buttress core has a maximum storage capacity of 264 acre-feet and a normal storage of 72 acre-feet, covering an area of 18 acres. Despite being non-federally regulated, the dam is permitted and inspected by the state of Texas.
With no spillway and limited information on hazard potential or condition assessment, West Dam poses a high risk (2) in terms of potential impact in case of failure. The dam lacks an Emergency Action Plan and has not been assessed for its readiness to handle emergencies. While it remains in fair condition, the lack of comprehensive data on its risk management measures raises concerns for water resource and climate enthusiasts invested in the safety and sustainability of dams like West Dam.
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Year Completed |
1961 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
LOS ALMOS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
264 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
West Dam