Fairview Farms Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Heinen Dam Williams Dam 3
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Fairview Farms Dam, located in Atascosa County, Texas, stands as a vital water supply infrastructure completed in 1968.
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Summary
This private-owned Earth dam, primarily serving the purpose of water supply, spans a length of 1100 feet and boasts a maximum storage capacity of 120 acre-feet. Situated on the TR-Averia Creek, the dam's hydraulic height reaches 14 feet, ensuring a steady flow of water for the surrounding area.
Despite its critical role in water resource management, Fairview Farms Dam lacks a spillway and is not regulated by the state jurisdiction. The dam's hazard potential is marked as 'Not Available', highlighting a potential risk factor that needs to be addressed. The current condition assessment of the dam is 'Not Rated', indicating a need for further evaluation and potential maintenance to ensure its long-term functionality.
With a high risk assessment level of 2, Fairview Farms Dam demands attention and proactive risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards associated with its infrastructure. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is essential for stakeholders to prioritize the safety and sustainability of dams like Fairview Farms to ensure a reliable water supply for future generations.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
1100 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR-AVERIA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Hydraulic Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Structural Height |
14 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Fairview Farms Dam