Lake San Tana Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lake San Tana Dam is a vital water supply infrastructure located in Coleman, Texas, serving the local community as a primary source of water.
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Summary
Completed in 1923, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 41 feet and has a storage capacity of 1063 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its safe operation.
Situated on TR-MUD CREEK, Lake San Tana Dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 50 feet. The dam's hazard potential is not available, and its condition assessment is not rated. Despite being last inspected in 1984, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level (3). The emergency action plan (EAP) status and risk management measures for the dam are currently not available, highlighting the need for updated safety protocols and assessments to mitigate potential risks.
With a rich history dating back nearly a century, Lake San Tana Dam remains a crucial infrastructure for water resource management in the region. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the dam's role in providing a reliable water supply underscores the importance of ongoing monitoring, maintenance, and risk management to ensure the safety and sustainability of this essential resource for years to come.
Year Completed |
1923 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
41 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MUD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
41 |
Nid Storage |
1063 |
Structural Height |
41 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
41 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Jim Ned Ck At Cr 140 Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Hords Ck Nr Coleman
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0cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Cross Cut
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436cfs |
Colorado Rv Nr Stacy
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1cfs |
Pecan Bayou Nr Mullin
|
2cfs |
Elm Ck At Ballinger
|
0cfs |
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.
Lake San Tana Dam