Diablo Arroyo Ws Scs Site 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: March 13, 2026
Diablo Arroyo WS SCS Site 2 Dam, located in Hudspeth County, Texas, serves as a vital irrigation resource along the Diablo Arroyo river.
Summary
Built in 1960, this earth dam stands at a height of 53 feet and stretches 2175 feet in length, providing storage capacity of 6500 acre-feet for agricultural purposes. The dam's design, with stone core and rock-soil foundations, contributes to its structural integrity and functionality.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, the dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ), ensuring state permitting, inspections, and enforcement. Despite its fair condition assessment as of April 2021, the dam poses a moderate risk level, with a maximum discharge capability of 132502 cubic feet per second. With uncontrolled and valve outlets, the dam has a spillway width of 280 feet, facilitating water release during high-flow events.
Overall, Diablo Arroyo WS SCS Site 2 Dam stands as a significant water management infrastructure in the region, supporting agricultural activities in the area. Its strategic location and design features make it a key asset for water resource management and climate resilience efforts in Hudspeth County, Texas.
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Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
2175 |
Dam Height |
53 |
River Or Stream |
DIABLO ARROYO |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
147 |
Hydraulic Height |
53 |
Drainage Area |
24.46 |
Nid Storage |
6500 |
Structural Height |
53 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 2, Valve - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
53 |
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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.
Diablo Arroyo Ws Scs Site 2 Dam