Shield Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Shield Dam, located in Coleman, Texas, was completed in 1969 by the USDA NRCS and serves primarily for irrigation purposes on Loss Creek.
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Summary
This privately owned earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 210 acre-feet. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam maintains a normal storage level of 180 acre-feet and is not currently rated for condition assessment.
With no associated structures and limited information on its hazard potential, Shield Dam presents a high risk level but has not been fully assessed in terms of emergency preparedness or risk management measures. Although the dam does not fall under federal jurisdiction, it is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements. Named after its location in Shield, Texas, this dam remains a key infrastructure for water resource management in the region, catering to the agricultural needs of the local community.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
LOSS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
210 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hords Ck Nr Coleman
|
0cfs |
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
|
0cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
|
1cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
|
436cfs |
Elm Ck At Ballinger
|
0cfs |
Concho Rv At Paint Rock
|
21cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Shield Dam
Hords Ck Lk Nr Valera