Skaggs Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Skaggs Dam, located in Comanche, Texas, is a private earth dam primarily used for irrigation purposes on the TR-Sabana River.


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Summary

Built in 1971, this 45-foot high structure has a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 126 acre-feet. The dam, with a length of 500 feet, plays a critical role in supporting local agricultural activities by providing a reliable water source for irrigation.

Despite its age, Skaggs Dam is in good condition and has a high hazard potential rating of 2. While the dam does not have a spillway, it is equipped with one outlet gate. The risk assessment for the dam is categorized as high, indicating the need for close monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. With its crucial role in supporting irrigation in the area, Skaggs Dam serves as a vital resource for water management and climate resilience in the region.

As a key infrastructure for water resource management in the area, Skaggs Dam is subject to state permitting and inspection requirements. While it is not regulated by the state, the dam undergoes regular inspections to assess its condition and ensure its safety. With its strategic location on the TR-Sabana River, the dam plays a critical role in supporting agricultural activities and enhancing water security in the region. As climate change continues to impact water resources, maintaining and monitoring structures like Skaggs Dam will be essential for ensuring sustainable water management practices.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

500

Dam Height

45

River Or Stream

TR-SABANA RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

45

Nid Storage

150

Structural Height

45

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

45
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.