Hudgins Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Fay Ranch Dam Herff Cornelius Dam 1
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Hudgins Dam, located in Matagorda, Texas, was completed in 1954 and serves as a vital irrigation structure on Caney Creek.
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Summary
This private earth dam, with a height of 12 feet and a length of 120 feet, has a storage capacity of 194 acre-feet, primarily used for agricultural purposes. Despite being a non-federally regulated structure, the dam stands as a key component in the local water resource management system.
With a high hazard potential and a risk assessment rating of 2, Hudgins Dam requires regular inspection and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity. While lacking certain regulatory oversight, the dam's condition remains unrated, presenting a potential risk to the surrounding area in case of failure. The absence of a spillway and limited emergency preparedness measures also contribute to the dam's high-risk profile.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts monitor Hudgins Dam, its significance in providing irrigation support to the region cannot be overlooked. With a focus on risk management and safety measures, stakeholders must ensure the proper upkeep and monitoring of this important infrastructure to mitigate potential hazards and safeguard the local community from any adverse impacts.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
120 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
CANEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
194 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Colorado Rv Nr Bay City
|
2670cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Wadsworth
|
481cfs |
Tres Palacios Rv Nr Midfield
|
44cfs |
San Bernard Rv Nr Boling
|
136cfs |
Colorado Rv At Wharton
|
333cfs |
Brazos Rv Nr Rosharon
|
2110cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Hudgins Dam