Wright Dam No 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wright Dam No 2, located in Webb, Texas, along the TR-CHACON CREEK, is a privately owned structure that serves various purposes, including flood control and irrigation.


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Summary

Completed in 1911, this Earth dam stands at a height of 13 feet and has a length of 1109 feet, with a storage capacity of 33 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and integrity.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 55 feet and one outlet gate. Despite its age, Wright Dam No 2 is rated as having a moderate risk level and its condition is currently not rated. The hazard potential of the dam is not available, but it is deemed to meet safety guidelines. With a history of no major modifications or incidents recorded, the dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management in the region, ensuring the protection of surrounding areas from potential flooding events.

While information on the emergency action plan and risk management measures for Wright Dam No 2 is not specified, its location and design suggest a commitment to maintaining the structure's safety and functionality. With Congressman Henry Cuellar representing the area, the dam remains an important infrastructure within the Galveston District, contributing to the overall water resource management efforts in Texas.

Year Completed

1911

Dam Length

1109

Dam Height

13

River Or Stream

TR-CHACON CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2

Hydraulic Height

13

Drainage Area

0.14

Nid Storage

33

Structural Height

13

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

13
       
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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.