Allison Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Allison Dam, located in Paint Rock, Texas, along the Concho River, was completed in 1918 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

This private-owned gravity dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a length of 216 feet, providing a maximum storage capacity of 450 acre-feet. Despite being last inspected in 1976, the dam's condition is not rated, indicating a potential risk factor.

The dam lacks a spillway and is classified as having a high risk potential, making it a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam's hazard potential and emergency preparedness status are not readily available, raising concerns about its safety and management measures. With a historical legacy dating back to the 1800s, this structure remains a significant feature in the region's water management infrastructure.

Given its age and lack of recent inspections, the Allison Dam presents an opportunity for further assessment and potential risk mitigation strategies. Its association with the Concho River and its vital role in irrigation underscore the importance of monitoring and maintaining such water resource structures to ensure the safety and sustainability of the surrounding ecosystem.

Years Modified

1800 - Other

Year Completed

1918

Dam Length

216

Dam Height

10

River Or Stream

CONCHO RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Gravity

Hydraulic Height

10

Nid Storage

450

Structural Height

10

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

10
       
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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.