Ash Creek Tank Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Guthrie Lake Dam Brushy Tank Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Ash Creek Tank Dam, located in King County, Texas, serves as a vital water supply structure in the region.
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Summary
Built in 1945, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet. Its primary purpose is to provide water for various uses, including agricultural irrigation and livestock watering. The dam, situated on Ash Creek, plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area, especially during times of drought.
Despite its age, Ash Creek Tank Dam has not been rated for its condition and its hazard potential is not available. However, the dam continues to serve its intended purpose efficiently. With a normal storage capacity of 68 acre-feet and a surface area of 9 acres, the dam plays a significant role in water management and conservation efforts in the region. The dam has no spillway, indicating that water release is managed through other means, and it has one outlet gate for controlled water release.
Although Ash Creek Tank Dam may lack some modern safety assessments, its role in water supply management cannot be understated. As a key structure in the region, it highlights the importance of maintaining and upgrading aging infrastructure to ensure sustainable water resources for the future. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of structures like Ash Creek Tank Dam is essential in promoting effective water management practices and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1945 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
ASH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Salt Fk Brazos Rv Nr Aspermont
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0cfs |
S Wichita Rv Nr Benjamin
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1cfs |
N Wichita Rv Nr Truscott
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14cfs |
Dmf Brazos Rv Nr Rule
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11cfs |
Dmf Brazos Rv Nr Aspermont
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12cfs |
Millers Ck Nr Munday
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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.
Ash Creek Tank Dam