Collins Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Collins Dam, located in Van Zandt County, Texas, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and creating a small fish pond.
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Summary
This private Earth dam, completed in 1960, stands at a height of 15 feet and spans 500 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet and a normal storage of 96 acre-feet, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
Situated on the TR-Murchison Creek, Collins Dam is under the jurisdiction of the state of Texas and is subject to state inspection and permitting. The dam has no spillway and one outlet gate, with a drainage area of 0.3 square miles. Despite being last inspected in 1991, the hazard potential of the dam is not available, indicating the need for further assessment and risk management measures.
Given its high risk assessment rating and the potential impact on the surrounding area, Collins Dam represents a vital structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor closely. With its historical significance and role in water management, the dam serves as a focal point for understanding the intersection of human infrastructure with natural ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR-MURCHISON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.3 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sabine Rv Nr Mineola
|
64cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Hawkins
|
208cfs |
Lake Fork Ck Nr Quitman
|
17cfs |
Cedar Ck Nr Kemp
|
12cfs |
Trinity Rv At Trinidad
|
1890cfs |
Sabine Rv Nr Wills Point
|
7cfs |
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.
Collins Dam