North Tule Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cone Johnson Dam Cosby Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
North Tule Dam, located in Swisher, Texas, is a private-owned structure primarily used for irrigation purposes.
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Summary
Built in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet. The dam is situated on the North Tule Draw river and is managed by the Albuquerque District of the US Army Corps of Engineers.
Despite its small size and limited storage capacity, North Tule Dam plays a crucial role in supporting agricultural activities in the region. The dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, but it is considered to have a high risk potential due to its age and lack of recent inspections. While no spillway is present, the dam features one outlet gate for water management.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, North Tule Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring infrastructure for sustainable water management. As climate change continues to impact water availability and usage, dams like North Tule play a vital role in ensuring the efficient distribution of water resources for irrigation and other purposes in the region.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
1200 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
NORTH TULE DRAW |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None - 1 |
Hazard Potential |
Not Available |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
North Tule Dam