Knox Dam No 1 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Knox Dam No 1, located in Coleman, Texas, was completed in 1960 and serves as a vital water supply source in the region.


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Summary

The earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a length of 725 feet, providing a storage capacity of 218 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is water supply, catering to the needs of the local community.

Managed by a private owner, Knox Dam No 1 is not regulated by the state and lacks a spillway for controlled discharge. Despite being classified as having a high risk potential, the dam is currently not rated for its condition assessment. With no associated structures and limited information on its inspection and maintenance history, water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Knox Dam No 1 to be an intriguing case study in dam management and infrastructure resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

725

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

LIVE OAK BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

21

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

218

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.