Hondo Creek Ws Scs Site 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Hondo Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam, located in Karnes, Texas, serves as a crucial infrastructure for flood risk reduction along the Rock Hollow stream.


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Summary

Built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 42 feet and stretches 2575 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 1945 acre-feet. With a drainage area of 4.33 square miles, the dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates to manage water flow effectively.

Managed by the Texas state regulatory agency TCEQ, Hondo Creek WS SCS Site 2 Dam is subject to regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its structural integrity and functionality. While the dam is currently rated as 'Not Rated' in terms of condition assessment, its risk potential is considered moderate. Despite the lack of detailed risk management measures and emergency preparedness protocols, the dam continues to play a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate resilience can appreciate the significance of this structure in mitigating flood risks and protecting the community.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

2575

Dam Height

42

River Or Stream

ROCK HOLLOW

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

28

Hydraulic Height

42

Drainage Area

4.33

Nid Storage

1945

Structural Height

42

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate) - 1, Uncontrolled - 2

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

42
       
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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.