Chudleigh Farms Dam No 1 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Chudleigh Farms Dam No 1, located in Harris County, Texas, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1958 for irrigation purposes along the TR-Cypress Creek.
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Summary
With a dam height of 8 feet and a length of 800 feet, the reservoir has a storage capacity of 108 acre-feet and a surface area of 17 acres. Despite being state-regulated and inspected, the dam lacks a spillway and poses a high risk due to its outdated design and lack of recent assessment.
The dam, managed by a private owner, serves multiple purposes including fire protection, stock watering, and small fish ponds in addition to irrigation. There are no associated structures with the dam, and the last inspection was conducted in 1976, raising concerns about the current condition and potential hazards. With a lack of emergency action plans and updated risk assessments, the safety and integrity of Chudleigh Farms Dam No 1 remain a pressing concern for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Given its age and potential risks, there is a need for comprehensive evaluation and potential upgrades to ensure the safety and sustainability of Chudleigh Farms Dam No 1. In light of the dam's location in a highly populated area and the potential impact of a failure, stakeholders should prioritize proactive measures to mitigate risks and safeguard the surrounding community and environment. Collaboration between the private owner, regulatory agencies, and local stakeholders is essential to address the challenges posed by the aging infrastructure and ensure the long-term resilience of the water resource system in the area.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
800 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR-CYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
108 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
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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.
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