Caddell Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Caddell Dam, located on Plum Creek in Crosby, Texas, was completed in 1966 for the primary purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
This private dam, with a height of 33 feet and a length of 230 feet, serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding area. The dam has a normal storage capacity of 180 acre-feet and a total storage of 250 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 15 acres.
Despite its importance for irrigation, Caddell Dam lacks a spillway and has not been rated for its condition assessment. The dam's hazard potential is deemed "Not Available," but its risk assessment is classified as "High (2)." With no information on emergency action plans or inundation maps, the safety and management of Caddell Dam may be a concern for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Further inspection and assessment of this critical infrastructure are necessary to ensure its continued functionality and safety for the community.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
PLUM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
33 |
Nid Storage |
250 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
33 |
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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.
Caddell Dam