Marshall Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Paul Henshaw Dam Henry Meisch Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Marshall Dam, located in Christine, Texas, along Turkey Creek, was completed in the year 1900 and serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and as a stock or small fish pond.
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Summary
This privately owned dam stands at a height of 22 feet and spans a length of 1500 feet, with a storage capacity of 612 acre-feet. Despite its age, the dam is regulated by the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
The dam, constructed as an earth dam with a buttress core type, has a surface area of 34 acres and a normal storage capacity of 158 acre-feet. While it does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. The risk assessment for Marshall Dam indicates a high risk level, although specific management measures and a detailed risk characterization are not readily available. The dam's condition is currently not rated, reflecting the need for further evaluation and assessment to address any potential hazards and ensure its continued safe operation for fire protection and water storage in the area.
Marshall Dam, part of the Galveston District managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, plays a crucial role in water resource management in Atascosa County, Texas. With its historical significance and primary purpose of providing essential services such as fire protection and water storage, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the local community. Efforts to enhance its safety and risk management strategies can help safeguard the surrounding area from potential hazards and ensure the sustainable utilization of its resources for the benefit of residents and the environment.
Year Completed |
1900 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
TURKEY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
34 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Nid Storage |
612 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
San Miguel Ck Nr Tilden
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0cfs |
Atascosa Rv Nr Mccoy
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1cfs |
Frio Rv At Tilden
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0cfs |
Atascosa Rv At Whitsett
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0cfs |
Frio Rv Nr Derby
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0cfs |
Choke Canyon Res Owc Nr Three Rivers
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33cfs |
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.
Marshall Dam