Bingham Brothers Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Bingham Brothers Dam, located in Comanche, Texas, was completed in 1969 and serves primarily for irrigation purposes.


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Summary

This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 16 feet and has a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Dargan Creek and is managed by the Fort Worth District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.

Despite its relatively small size, Bingham Brothers Dam poses a high risk due to its lack of a spillway and limited hazard potential information available. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, and the last inspection conducted was in 1973. With no emergency action plan in place and no updates on risk assessment or management measures, there are concerns about the safety and stability of this structure in the event of a significant weather event or other emergency.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bingham Brothers Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam management and safety. The limited information available on its condition and risk assessment highlights the importance of regular inspections and maintenance to ensure the integrity of water infrastructure. As discussions on climate change and extreme weather events continue, the need for proper risk assessment and emergency preparedness for dams like Bingham Brothers becomes increasingly crucial to protect communities and water resources downstream.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

160

Dam Height

16

River Or Stream

DARGAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

16

Nid Storage

115

Structural Height

16

Outlet Gates

None - 1

Hazard Potential

Not Available

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

16
       
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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.